Stay One Step Ahead: Simple steps to secure your business from cyber threats
Protect your business with simple steps like enabling multi-factor authentication and regular updates. Stay ahead of cyber threats with easy, practical solutions.
National Work Safe Month: Fostering a healthier and safer workplace this October
October is National Safe Work Month—a time for employers and workers across Australia to commit to creating safe and healthy workplaces. Let’s get back to basics by unpacking the fundamentals of Work Health and Safety (WHS) that everyone should know. What is Work Health and Safety (WHS)? Work Health and Safety (WHS) refers to the […]
Brodie’s Law Ten years on: Workplace bullying still plagues organisations
We know prevention is better than a cure, so why are our workplaces plagued by allegations of bullying? It’s been 10 years since Victoria enacted the Crimes Amendment (Bullying) Act 2011 known as Brodie’s Law. The Act was amended after the 19-year-old Brodie Panlock took her own life in 2006 – a victim of workplace bullying, enabled by a […]
Pioneering case reveals the crucial importance of workplace breastfeeding accommodations
Recent developments in the Australian legal landscape shed light on an issue that has far-reaching implications for workplaces across the nation – breastfeeding accommodations for mothers returning to work. In a groundbreaking case, the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT) addressed workplace discrimination against a breastfeeding employee, establishing a precedent that underscores the need for employers to […]
Prioritising mental health in the workplace: National Safe Work Month, Week 2
We find ourselves in the midst of National Safe Work Month (NSWM), a critical annual event in Australia dedicated to workplace health and safety (WHS). This year’s NSWM campaign theme, ‘For everyone’s safety, work safely,’ underscores the shared responsibility we all have in ensuring a safe and healthy working environment. At Safetrac, we are committed to […]
National Work Safe Month: Fostering a healthier and safer workplace this October
This October is National Safe Work Month (NSWM) and serves as an important reminder of workplace health and safety (WHS). This year’s campaign theme, ‘For everyone’s safety, work safely’ reinforces that safety is a shared responsibility. Throughout the upcoming month, Safe at Work will cover various weekly themes, and explore diverse health and safety topics, equipping workplaces with knowledge and […]
International Equal Pay Day: A call to empower men, women, families, and businesses
As we approach International Equal Pay Day on September 18, it’s imperative to reflect on the significance of this day for everyone involved – men, women, families, and businesses alike. In a world where the concept of gender equality in the workplace is an ongoing struggle, we must recognise the critical role that equal pay […]
Navigating the seas of change: Reality TV’s reflection on workplace harassment
In the realm of reality television, where captivating narratives often take centre stage, a recent episode of Below Deck Down Under has cast a harsh spotlight on a grave reality that extends far beyond the entertainment industry. The revelations of two sexual misconduct incidents involving staff members on the show have not only sent shockwaves […]
Recognising First Nations’ culture: Fostering workplace understanding and appreciation
Australia has the distinction of being home to the world’s oldest continuous living culture. For over 65,000 years, Indigenous Australians have nurtured and safeguarded this land, its diverse landscapes, and vast coastlines. As businesses, it is essential that we recognise this history, and that we demonstrate understanding and respect for this remarkable culture. By creating […]
AMP’s ‘Me Too’ moment
Toxic workplace culture can infect an organisation like a disease, and sooner or later has the potential not only to cause reputational but commercial damage. A 2018 report by Deloitte quantified the cost of sexual harassment to the Australian economy at $3.8 billion. In an address to the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors conference this week, former […]