$165.00 inc GST

Psychosocial Hazards – Employees Training

Online Compliance Course

Course length:
45 minutes online

Region:
Available in Australia

Regulation/Law:
OHS and WHS legislation, Respect@Work Act

Course audience:
All organisation

Course type:
Structured iDesigned for learners with little prior knowledge, this course type takes the learner through the course subject sequentially – one step at a time.

Delivery:
Deploy our courses online via Safetrac’s Compliance LMS or opt for SCORM delivery on your company’s LMS.

About this course

Psychosocial Hazards – Employees training is designed to provide you with a valuable insight into psychosocial hazards and their implications in the workplace. As organsations increasingly recognise the profound impact of psychosocial hazards on employee well-being, productivity, and overall workplace dynamics, understanding these factors has become essential. This course will equip you with the knowledge to identify and address psychosocial hazards effectively, not only for your personal benefit but also for the well-being of your colleagues and the broader workplace community.

This module is designed to give you a general understanding of psychosocial hazards, the effects they may have on you as an employee, and some ways to help mitigate the risks posed by them to yourself and others in your workplace.

Understanding psychosocial hazards for employees is vital as it directly impacts their well-being, productivity, and engagement. It also ensures legal compliance, enhances the organisation’s reputation, fosters better teamwork, and reduces healthcare costs and absenteeism. Prioritising employees’ mental and emotional health aligns with ethical responsibilities and contributes to a more positive and sustainable work environment.

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Learning outcomes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • understand the meaning of the terms psychosocial hazards and psychosocial risk
  • understand how psychosocial hazards may affect your undertaking of your work
  • understand how you can contribute to controlling psychosocial hazards in your workplace

Course contents

  • The Law
  • What is a Psychosocial Hazard?
  • What is a psychosocial risk?
  • Effects of Psychosocial Hazards
  • Psychosocial Hazards
    • Low Job Control
    • High Job Demands
    • Poor Support
    • Lack of Role Clarity
    • Poor Organisational Change Management
    • Inadequate Reward and Recognition
    • Traumatic Events or Material
    • Poor Physical Environments
    • Bullying and Harassment
  • Contributing to a positive mental health environment

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