30 topic ideas for toolbox talks
Toolbox talks provide an opportunity to discuss safety practices, address concerns, and reinforce the importance of staying safe on the job. Running out of toolbox talk ideas? Here are 30 toolbox talk topics that you can use in
Secrets to building workforce resilience
Building resilience is not just about surviving difficult times; it's about thriving in an ever-changing world, ensuring sustainability, and building a healthy, innovative, and proactive work environment. Resilience refers to the capacity to recover
6 ways to improve your chances of winning tenders
Securing tenders is crucial for any organisation looking to expand its reach and enhance its reputation and the difference between winning and losing tenders often comes down to the details. Here are 6 key elements we see make
Learning About Learning Workshop
Learning is integral to every job – but have you explored how you and others learn most effectively? Given every job role involves either learning or teaching others, have you invested in understanding the learning process? Find
Test your emergency response plan now
In the face of an emergency, a well-crafted and thoroughly tested emergency response plan is not just a regulatory requirement—it's a crucial component of workplace safety. Here’s why and how you should test your emergency response plan.
The Upstander – Fostering safe and supportive work environments
Discover how being an upstander can transform your workplace into a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. Understand why people may hesitate to intervene and gain some practical steps on how to act safely and supportively.
Developing a grit and growth mindset
Discover why developing grit and a growth mindset can drive personal success and help you achieve your long-term career goals. In the workplace, as in life, success often hinges on more than just
How to support your staff through traumatic events
In today's connected world, our near-constant exposure to news and social media means we often are exposed to traumatic events. This exposure, along with the challenges of natural disasters, rising living costs, work stresses, and family relationships, can
Workers’ Memorial Day and World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Workers' Memorial Day takes place annually around the world on April 28 and is an International Day of Remembrance and action for workers killed, disabled, injured, or made unwell by their work. It's a day to
Training workers in safety – what is your legal obligation?
How does WHS training empower workforces and help employers meet their legal obligations? Under Australian WHS/OHS legislation, employers are mandated to ensure a safe working environment for all workers. As well as providing a
How to facilitate large group training successfully
How do you unlock the potential of large group training for impactful skills development? When it comes to effective training, addressing the unique needs of training large groups presents both a challenge and
Crystalline silica in engineered stone: New WHS regulations prioritise workers’ health
WHS Regulations have been amended to explicitly prohibit the uncontrolled processing of engineered stone products and prioritise the health and safety of workers in industries working with silica. LATEST: The article below was published in
RTOs, VET, and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) levels explained
Ever wondered how education standards, levels, qualifications, training providers, and the Australian Qualifications Framework work? Here’s our explainer. Australia’s education system is governed by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) standards designed
Latest stats from Safe Work Australia
Despite advancements in workplace health and safety measures, the latest Safe Work Australia statistics reveal a persistent problem with serious injuries, fatalities, and illnesses arising from work in Australia. The 'Key Work Health
Professor Patrick Hudson: Moving up the culture ladder (Video)
How can organisations use the concept of the 'culture ladder' to advance their safety? Professor Patrick Hudson explains In this video from the Australian Work Health & Safety Strategy Virtual Seminar Series, international expert, Professor
Safety beyond systems: Hearts and minds matter
Not getting improvements in your safety leadership culture or safety statistics? It’s highly likely your organisation needs to engage your people at the ‘hearts and minds’ level required to create and sustain a strong safety culture.
New legislation for fixed termed contracts – here’s what you need to know.
The Fair Work Act has been amended and includes new laws regarding job security, notably fixed-term contracts. Under certain conditions, employers can no longer enter certain fixed-term contracts with an employee. Here's what you need to know.
MRPV’s Safety Cadetship: Award-Winning Success
MRPV's Civil Construction Safety Cadetship Program wins Best WHS Learning & Professional Development Program at the AIHS 2023 Workplace Health & Safety Awards. Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) has been honoured with a
The essentials of skills gap analysis for Leaders
One of the most powerful tools at a leader’s disposal is skills gap analysis – a process that identifies disparities between the skills a team member presently possesses and the skills they require to excel in safety leadership
Unveiling mental health realities in Australia’s building sector
Despite its significant contribution to the economy, the construction industry is facing high rates of suicide and mental health issues among its workers. The Suicide Trends Among Australian Construction Workers study examined the incidence
Managing change and overcoming change fatigue
Explore the importance of managing change and overcoming change fatigue. How can leaders navigate through the turbulence with confidence and resilience? Change: the perpetual force that shapes the destiny of an organization. Change
Preventing hand and finger injuries in the workplace
What are the common causes of hand and finger injuries at work and how can we mitigate the risk of these injuries using the Hierarchy of Controls? Our hands, wrists, fingers, and thumbs
How safety training unlocks workforce benefits
Safety training not only equips your workforce with the necessary expertise to safeguard their well-being and manage risk but also enhances your business performance. For over 30 years Safety Dimensions has been a leading
When enhancing safety culture heats up – Ducab Dubai
Safety Dimensions worked with Ducab (the Dubai Cable Company - a leading manufacturer of cabling), assisting them in enhancing their HSE culture via a Behavioural Based Safety (BBS) program. Ducab’s intention was to exceed mere compliance with the
Navigating the difference between wellbeing and wellness at work
As changes to WHS regulations to protect workers from mental health injury are being implemented in some states (and proposed in others), it is important for employers to understand the distinction between what personal wellbeing and wellness at work
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