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What does it mean to be Fit for Work?
Fitness for work encompasses multiple factors that empower employees to perform safely and effectively. As an employer, you recognise that fitness for work is not only about legal compliance; it involves creating a work environment where employees can
How to run an effective toolbox or pre-start meeting
Toolbox or pre-starts talks are safety sessions that help focus a workforce on safety and are an essential part of maintaining a safe work environment. When done right, these meetings promote greater awareness of safety, trust,
What is workplace culture?
Discover what workplace culture really means, why it matters, and how leaders can actively shape it to improve safety, performance, and retention. What is culture and what does workplace culture really mean? Culture is
Ban to non-compete clauses from 2027: what employers need to know
A nationwide ban on non-compete clauses in Australia is proposed to come into effect from 2027. Announced as part of the 2025–26 Federal Budget, this significant industrial relations reform aims to boost wages, encourage innovation, and remove
Here are 10 safety terms you need to know
Clear, consistent safety communication is essential to building a proactive workplace safety culture. Does everyone in your organisation understand these 10 key safety terms? Whether you're a frontline worker, safety officer, team lead,
6 due diligence questions every safety leader must ask
https://youtu.be/N76j2Vl2zAk?si=QAgDUVafqOI-o41K Every leader wants a safe workplace. But under WHS legislation, wanting safety is not enough. Leaders must actively demonstrate safety leadership, meet legal obligations, and create a culture of safety that ensures
30 more topic ideas for your next toolbox tallk
Expand your toolbox talks with 30 more toolbox talk ideas. Perfect for pre-start meetings, these topics promote awareness, reduce risk, and strengthen workplace safety culture. See part 1 1. What are psychosocial
What if you train your people and they leave? Why the real risk is doing nothing
Avoiding training to prevent turnover can backfire. Take a fresh look at why accredited training for employee retention is one of the smartest moves an employer can make. It’s a familiar conversation
Why LDN won a Breakthrough Culture Award – 100 Best Places to Work
LDN have been named one of the top 100 companies in the Breakthrough Culture Awards – 100 Best Places to Work. It’s a recognition we’re proud of—not because it looks good on our website, but because it
Rock, risk and M&Ms: A smart lesson in hazard ID and risk assessment
Van Halen, the American hair rock band of the ’80s, was infamous for one particular line buried deep in their performance contract: Article 126: “There will be no brown M&M’s in the backstage area, upon pain of
Updated WHS advice for office work: WorkSafe’s guide now available
Whether you're on the tools or behind a screen, every workplace carries safety risks — and offices are no exception. Every job comes with work health and safety (WHS) risks and office environments