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Workplace Sexual Harassment

Illustration depicting a distressed female employee sitting at her desk while a male colleague leans over her, making her uncomfortable. A thought bubble with an inappropriate symbol suggests the man's intent. The text "WORKPLACE SEXUAL HARASSMENT" is prominently displayed, highlighting the issue of inappropriate behaviour in the workplace.

Delve into the critical topic of workplace sexual harassment. Explore its definition, the industries facing higher occurrence, and the pivotal role employers play in creating safe environments. Discover insights that empower change and foster respectful workplaces.

Privacy Awareness

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Privacy Awareness Table of Contents What is Privacy? Privacy is a fundamental human right that serves as the foundation on which many other rights are built. Privacy is hard to define, but at its most basic, privacy allows us to protect ourselves from an unjust use of power. Privacy generally refers to the right: to […]

Feel safe and confident using a Lone Worker system

Promotional banner with a yellow and black safety-themed background displaying the text "HELP YOUR EMPLOYEES FEEL SAFE AND CONFIDENT USING A LONE WORKER SYSTEM" in bold capital letters. On the left, a smiling woman in a medical uniform holds a clipboard, and on the right, a male worker in safety gear and a hard hat holds a clipboard and pencil, emphasising the importance of using a lone worker safety system.

Feel Safe and Confident Using a Lone Worker System Table of Contents We understand that Lone Workers want to feel safe and confident using a Lone Worker system. With our WorkSafe Guardian App, employees won’t ever have to worry that their service won’t function properly when the time comes to use it! Getting help is […]

Psychological Health Regulations Proposal

Illustration of four diverse individuals with speech bubbles, representing a discussion on "Psychological Health Regulations" with the phrase "Open for Comment" written below. The image highlights the importance of addressing mental health concerns for all employees, including lone workers who may face unique psychological challenges.

OH&S Psychological Health Regulations Proposal Table of Contents Overview Last year the Victorian Government made a commitment to introduce regulations to address Psychological Health. As a result, WorkSafe Victoria has prepared OH&S Amendment Regulations to help provide clearer guidance to employers on how to further protect their workers. In short, these proposed regulations aim to […]

Getting back into the office – are you prepared?

Notebook open on a rustic blue wooden surface, with "back to office?" written on the left page and "work from home?" written on the right, reflecting the uncertainty between returning to the office or continuing remote work. A computer keyboard is visible at the top, and a green plant is placed to the left. The image highlights the importance of using the WorkSafe Guardian lone worker app to ensure safety and support for employees in both settings.

Getting back into the office – are you prepared? Table of Contents We’re getting back to some form of normal, and for many that means transitioning back to the office. It could be full time back to the office or a hybrid version. Some days at the office and some at home. But this could […]

Your Mental Health Toolkit

Chalkboard illustration of interconnected puzzle pieces representing factors that contribute to mental health, with the words "MENTAL HEALTH" at the centre. Surrounding puzzle pieces contain phrases like "Positive thinking," "Happiness," "Activity," "Good mood," "Energy," and "Optimism," highlighting the importance of maintaining positive mental wellbeing, especially for lone workers.

Your Mental Health Toolkit Table of Contents A new Work For Health Framework One of the most crucial aspects of any thriving workplace is the health and wellbeing of employees. A focus on employee health can result in significantly enhanced employee engagement and productivity. But it also creates a positive safety culture and atmosphere for […]

Employee Wellbeing & Covid Lockdowns

Chalkboard illustration depicting the mental health effects of COVID-19 lockdowns on lone workers and employees. A silhouette of a head is outlined in blue with the words "STRESS & ANXIETY" inside. Various terms such as "COVID-19," "pandemic," "lockdown," "isolation," "social distancing," "coronavirus," and "quarantine" point towards the head, representing factors contributing to mental strain and emotional distress, highlighting the importance of lone worker safety.

Employee Wellbeing & Covid Lockdowns Table of Contents In our abruptly changing world, we are now coming to grips with what is going to be our “new normal”. The effects of Employee Wellbeing and Covid Lockdowns we are only starting to see now. One thing is certain, the impacts of unpredictable and extended lockdown periods […]

Risk Assessment

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Risk Assessment Table of Contents WSG Rapid Risk Assessment Why don’t more companies perform lone worker risk assessments? Risk assessments are never easy. You have to take into account factors including the type of work, the location, and who will perform it. Even if you identify these, how do you judge the potential risks, what […]

Why Schools Need A Lone Worker Safety Solution

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Why Schools Need A Lone Worker Safety Solution Table of Contents First things first, being a lone worker doesn’t mean that you work alone all the time. It simply means there are times when you are working by yourself without direct supervision. This also means that many jobs require lone workers at certain times. If […]

Working From Home – Employer Obligations?

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Working From Home! Employer Obligations? Table of Contents Just because the office is closed and people are working remotely, doesn’t mean that staff wellbeing and safety is put on hold. In fact, it is more important than ever. The truth of the matter is responsibilities for employers have changed, as echoed in a recent publication by […]

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