Managing Psychosocial Hazards in the Modern Workplace
- sorchatrue
- 1 day ago
- 2 min read
Updated: 1 day ago
Giving leaders the tools and insights to recognise psychosocial hazards early and respond in an effective, balanced way.
The Evolving Workplace
Workplaces today are more complex, fast paced and interconnected than ever. Organisations are now required to proactively manage not just traditional safety considerations but also psychosocial hazards;
• High workloads or poor job clarity
• Low support from leaders or peers
• Exposure to conflict or bullying
• Remote and hybrid work challenges
• Vicarious trauma and emotionally demanding roles.

The Changing Environment
Reported psychological injuries in the workforce are increasing rapidly and governments are taking action.
• Workers’ Compensation mental health claims have doubled in the last 6 yrs and 92% are successful.
• Average cost per claim is $65k, nearly $20k more than the next highest claim category.
• In 2024 alone, there were 317 prosecutions by WHS (physical and psychosocial) with a 97% penalty infliction rate and an average penalty per prosecution of $117k.
Employers now have more responsibilities. Regulators have extended their powers, increased funding for enforcing compliance, and are handing out harsher penalties.
The Business Impact
Looking after the psychological safety of your people is not just the right thing to do, it makes good business sense.
Unchecked psychosocial risks erode productivity, drive turnover and weaken culture, while early action delivers stronger engagement, higher performance and more resilient teams.
How we Help
We tailor our level of support to the scale and complexity of your organisation, identifying key psychosocial risks, determining the most effective controls and guiding you on how best to implement them.
What Sets us Apart
We are experts in running businesses, not just compliance. We understand how to balance the needs of an effective workplace with the needs of your employees while helping you meet your regulatory requirements cost effectively.
Protect your people. Strengthen your performance.
Reach out today to explore a tailored solution to meet your workplace needs.




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