Overview
This full day training program, Understanding and Managing Psychosocial Risks, is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, assess, and control psychosocial hazards in the workplace. Delivered by Dr. Alisha McGregor (PhD) and supported by Mental Health Movement (MHM), the course aligns with amended WHS Regulations and national Codes of Practice to help organisations meet their legal obligations while fostering psychologically safe and high-performing workplaces.
Participants will gain an understanding of the legal, organisational, and personal responsibilities involved in managing psychosocial risks, learn best-practice frameworks for risk assessment, and explore real-world scenarios that demonstrate how unmanaged hazards can impact workers’ wellbeing and performance. The session also provides practical tools and templates for conducting risk assessments, implementing control measures, and reviewing effectiveness over time. With interactive activities, group discussions, and practical examples, this workshop promotes a proactive approach to mental health and safety culture
Learning Objectives
This training is ideal for:
- Business owners, directors, and senior managers.
- WHS professionals and HR practitioners.
- Team leaders and supervisors.
- Anyone responsible for workplace wellbeing or compliance.
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
- Define psychosocial hazards and distinguish them from physical hazards.
- Understand the legal framework and employer responsibilities under amended WHS Regulations.
- Identify common psychosocial hazards across various industries.
- Conduct effective psychosocial risk assessments using evidence-based tools.
- Implement control measures to minimise psychosocial risks.
- Develop strategies to create and sustain psychologically safe workplaces.
- Evaluate and review psychosocial risk management processes effectively.
- Foster consultation and communication with workers to ensure continuous improvement.
Featuring Our Speakers
Dr. Alisha McGregor
Psychological Health & Safety Manager, Mental Health Movement
This full day training program, Understanding and Managing Psychosocial Risks, is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, assess, and control psychosocial hazards in the workplace. Delivered by Dr. Alisha McGregor (PhD) and supported by Mental Health Movement (MHM), the course aligns with amended WHS Regulations and national Codes of Practice to help organisations meet their legal obligations while fostering psychologically safe and high-performing workplaces.
Participants will gain an understanding of the legal, organisational, and personal responsibilities involved in managing psychosocial risks, learn best-practice frameworks for risk assessment, and explore real-world scenarios that demonstrate how unmanaged hazards can impact workers’ wellbeing and performance.
The session also provides practical tools and templates for conducting risk assessments, implementing control measures, and reviewing effectiveness over time. With interactive activities, group discussions, and practical examples, this workshop promotes a proactive approach to mental health and safety culture.
Who should attend?
This training is ideal for:
- Business owners, directors, and senior managers.
- WHS professionals and HR practitioners.
- Team leaders and supervisors.
- Anyone responsible for workplace wellbeing or compliance.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to Psychological Health & Safety
- Understanding Psychosocial Hazards
- Psychosocial Risk Management Framework
- Implementation and Continuous Improvement
- Evaluation, Consultation & Communication
