Special Presenter: Andy Kimpton ,CEO – KOR Equipment Solutions At the Safety People Forum in November 2024, Andy Kimpton, the CEO of KOR, gave a compelling presentation on building a strong business case for safety. He started by introducing KOR, explaining how they’ve been focused on keeping operations running since 2011 by providing world-class industrial
Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace: Challenges and Solutions for Safety Professionals Psychosocial health is becoming an increasingly critical topic for workplace safety professionals across Australia. The recent Safety People Forum opened a broad discussion on psychosocial hazards, highlighting the complexity of balancing physical, psychological, and social health. While workplaces have long focused on physical safety,
During the Safety People Forum, Safety Professionals from around the country delved into the critical issue of psychological safety in the workplace. Our presenter Peter Brace PhD, of Human Capital Realisation began the conversation utilising the SCARF model, and identified key domains that contribute to a safe environment for employees. The discussion also covered the
Webinar Recap: Key Insights on Asbestos Management We recently attended the May webinar held by the Western Sydney and Central Coast Safety Group, which featured an insightful presentation by Paul Paciullo MAIOH, CENVP, MOccHyg, and BEnvSc on asbestos testing, removal, and management. Here’s a high-level overview of the key points discussed: Types of Asbestos: Friable
Join O.H.S, Injury Management or Risk professionals from around the country as we discuss the challenges and opportunities in your role. This month we’ll be discussing subjects including: Peter Brace of Human Capital Realisation to discuss Psychosocial Hazards. The balance between physical and psychological safety Challenges and Opportunities for Safety Professionals Our Guest Presentation: Psychosocial
Navigating the Nuances of Workplace Safety Culture: Insights from the Safety People Forum The recent session of the Safety People Forum brought to light the intricacies of workplace safety culture through a spirited discussion led by experts and attended by safety professionals. Central to the session was Steve Simpson, who introduced the transformative concept of
This year’s theme for the Business Leaders’ Breakfast was, ‘The critical impact of organisational culture on workplace mental health’. Karen Maher, the founder of SmartCulture was the keynote speaker. Karen is a leading Australian work health and safety consultant and keynote speaker specialising in enhancing workplace cultures and the reduction of psychosocial risks and hazards.
Cultivating Mental Well-Being in the Workplace: Insights from the Safety People Forum In the landscape of modern leadership, mental health in the workplace is an issue that demands both our attention and action. As leaders, our challenge—and indeed, our responsibility—is not only to direct the efforts and strategies of our organisations but also to cultivate
