In the hustle and bustle of today's work world, it's easy to point the finger at heavy workloads as the sole culprit behind employee stress. But what if there's more to the story? What if hidden forces lurk beneath the surface, silently chipping away at your team's well-being?

Presented by Emma Parsons, the founder of MindSafe360, a Psychosocial Risk Specialist and Dominic Fleeton, a Partner of K&L Gates, specialising in Employment and Health and Safety Law.

The old world of reactive measures and actions to manage psychosocial hazards in the workplace no longer meets compliance. Australian health and safety legislation increasingly forces employers to manage psychosocial hazards proactively. Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programs, and focuses on processes after an event doesn't make you compliant.

Welcome to our October Around the Grounds, where we will look at the latest legislation updates and what that means for employers and businesses.

We will be looking at the changes NSW are bringing in regarding the massive increase in penalties and the most significant proposed changes to the WHS Act that looks at introducing section 244B- State of Mind and what that looks like and means for business.
Presented by Emma Parsons, the founder of MindSafe360, a Psychosocial Risk Specialist and Dominic Fleeton, a Partner of K&L Gates, specialising in Employment and Health and Safety Law.

Psychosocial risks are workplace factors that can harm an employee's mental health. They can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems.

Business leaders are responsible for being aware of and managing psychosocial risks in the workplace.

Giving you practical tips on what you can do to ensure you're compliant and make informed decisions.

Presented by Emma Parsons, the founder of MindSafe360, a Psychosocial Risk Specialist and Dominic Fleeton, a Partner of K&L Gates, specialising in Employment and Health and Safety Law.

What's the difference between culture and compliance regarding employee well-being and psychosocial risks? And why is it essential for employers to understand the distinction?

We also share tips on how employers can create a more positive and supportive workplace culture and how to implement effective compliance measures to manage psychosocial risks and improve the overall well-being and culture of the business.

Presented by Emma Parsons, the founder of MindSafe360, a Psychosocial Risk Specialist and Dominic Fleeton, a Partner of K&L Gates, specialising in Employment and Health and Safety Law.

Health and Safety Laws in Australia: What Employers Need to Know to Avoid Costly Penalties.

Australia's health and safety laws are changing, and employers must be prepared. In this episode, we discuss the fundamental changes to the law, the enhanced powers of health and safety regulators, and what employers must do to ensure compliance and avoid costly penalties.

We will share insights on:

What do employers need to know about the new laws?

If you're an employer in Australia, this episode is essential listening. Tune in to learn more about the new health and safety laws and how to keep your employees safe.

Presented by Emma Parsons, the founder of MindSafe360, a Psychosocial Risk Specialist and Dominic Fleeton, a Partner of K&L Gates, specialising in Employment and Health and Safety Law.

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In this episode, we discuss the landmark case of Kozarov v Victoria, which ruled that employers have a legal duty to manage mental health risks inherent to an employee's job.

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Presented by Emma Parsons, the founder of MindSafe360, a Psychosocial Risk Specialist and Dominic Fleeton, a Partner of K&L Gates, specialising in Employment and Health and Safety Law.

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