Category: Safety

Applying the Hierarchy of Controls to Psychosocial Hazards

The Queensland WHS Legislation and the Managing the Risk of Psychosocial Hazards at Work Code of Practice…

What Exactly Is an Arc Flash?

With Electrical Safety Fortnight coming up we thought it timely to explore an emerging issue that has…

Engaging Future Generations in WHS in Australia

Over the next decade, Australia's younger generations are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the…

Challenges Facing WHS Professionals in Australia Over the Next Decade

Looking ahead towards 2035 to consider what challenges WHS professionals are likely to face in the near…

What’s the Difference between an Enterprise Risk Register and a WHS-Specific Strategic Risk Register?

In risk management, both the enterprise risk register and the Work Health and Safety (WHS) specific risk…

Are we ready to solely rely on risk-based proactive performance indicators?

WHS performance metrics have traditionally been lagging in nature – that is, based on reviewing the events…

When Good Workers Hide Poor Systems

In many organisations, dedicated employees often go above and beyond to keep processes running smoothly. They patch…

Considering the psychosocial impact of natural disasters

In the face of increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters, employers play a critical role in…

Cattle Saleyard Safety

QRMC’s consultancy work sometimes takes us to some very interesting workplaces that present WHS challenges that are…