Ballarat Directors’ Briefing: Psychosocial Hazards – A Strategic Boardroom Imperative

Psychosocial hazards ranging from workplace stress, bullying, and fatigue to poor role clarity and excessive job demands are now a critical area of responsibility for boards under evolving work health and safety laws.

Join fellow directors and governance leaders to explore how boards can take a strategic approach to psychosocial risk management. This session will explore recent legislative developments, the board’s duty of care, and practical steps for overseeing organisational culture, systems, and reporting frameworks that support psychological health and safety. 

Key discussion points:

• Understanding the board’s legal obligations in managing psychosocial hazards
• Embedding psychological health into organisational culture and strategy
• Overseeing systems, reporting, and controls for psychosocial risk
• Responding to increased regulatory and stakeholder expectations