‘Managing’ WHS Risks, Not ‘Mitigating’ Them

Taking the Next Step¦.’Managing’  WHS Risks, Not ‘Mitigating’ Them Dr Paul Johnston – Lead Consultant & Facilitator, Safety Dimensions We use the WHS risk management cycle on a daily basis. However, in many instances, we only consider...

Do mature workers really add value to a business?

Do mature workers really add value to a business? Bruce Helyard – Senior Facilitator, Safety Dimensions and Leadership Dimensions. Subject to the passing of legislation, the Federal government is attempting to keep older workers in the workforce though with $304...
First prosecution of an officer under WHS ACT

First prosecution of an officer under WHS ACT

Canberra construction company Kenoss Contractors and its acting director have been accused of safety breaches related to a failure to maintain safe work systems and a safe work environment without risks to health and safety. The Director of Public Prosecutions will...
The top 10 jobs by frequency of harassment

The top 10 jobs by frequency of harassment

In 2012, the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Education and Employment report, Workplace Bullying, œWe Just Want It To Stop requested an annual statement of trends in workers’ compensation data relating to psychosocial health and safety generally and...
Walking the Talk – What does it really mean?

Walking the Talk – What does it really mean?

“Walking the Talk” – What does it really mean? While facilitating our leadership programs, the Certificate IV in Frontline Management or Workplace Health and Safety, or in on-site and one-to-one coaching, we hear thousands of employees express common...