Workplace safety is crucial for employees' well-being and any organisation's success. In Australia, it's essential for businesses to comply with various regulations and standards to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Hiring a professional safety consultant is an effective way to achieve this goal. This comprehensive guide will discuss the importance of workplace safety consultation in Australia and provide essential tips for selecting the right consultant for your business.
Deirdre McConn
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Incident investigation is a central role of safety professionals and a vital process for safety management in organisations. However, despite their importance, incident investigation processes often need to be more effective as learning tools across organisations. In this article, we will explore what an effective incident investigation process looks like, the science of human factors and the theory of just culture as they relate to incident management and investigation.
Topics: Incident and Performance Management, Safety Differently
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