What you can do if you encounter a psychosocial hazard
Identify hazards
- Talk with colleagues, supervisors and your Health and Safety Representative (HSR).
- No HSR? Consider initiating an election for one.
Collect evidence
- Document incidents, effects and relevant communications (emails, screenshots, rosters).
Assess the risks
- Consider the nature and severity of potential harm and the likelihood of it occurring.
Control the risks
- Apply the hierarchy of controls (see Section 5) and implement the most effective measures that are reasonably practicable.
Continue to review
- Check that controls are working as planned and adjust as needed.
Report to a regulator
If unresolved, you can raise a complaint with your state/territory WHS/OHS regulator:
- SafeWork NSW
- WorkSafe Victoria
- WorkSafe QLD
- SafeWork SA
- WorkSafe WA
- NT WorkSafe
- WorkSafe ACT
- WorkSafe Tasmania