When everything’s running smoothly, it’s tempting to think the risk has passed. But that calm is often the result of prevention working exactly as it should. Here’s why it’s crucial to stay vigilant, even when things feel fine.

At this year’s TalentX, we delivered a session on how businesses can prevent and prepare for mental health claims, because responding after the fact is already too late. With mental health conditions now making up 9% of serious workers' compensation claims, and costs rising fast, it's critical to understand your WHS obligations, address psychosocial hazards early, and equip leaders to respond with clarity and care. Here's what we covered, and why it matters more than ever.

The Queensland Government has now introduced the Work Health and Safety (Sexual Harassment) Amendment Regulation 2024, requiring businesses to proactively manage workplace sexual harassment. This new regulation emphasises prevention through mandatory risk management and comprehensive planning. 

A Victorian company director is facing 34 charges under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, accused of bullying, sexually harassing, and directing gendered violence at a female employee. WorkSafe Victoria alleges the director failed to uphold their duty of care by neglecting to take reasonable steps that could have reduced the risk of harm.