01. Workplace Psychological Safety Foundations
Establish the legal, cultural, and strategic foundation for psychological health at work.
Why This Matters
In many workplaces, psychological safety is still treated as a grey area — even though WHS laws now clearly define employers’ responsibilities in managing psychological health risks.
Yet, according to Safe Work Australia, many leaders still don’t know where their legal obligations begin or end — creating costly gaps in compliance, culture, and crisis response.
This module gives your organisation clarity, direction, and alignment with WHS regulations — so you can lead psychological health strategy with confidence.
What This Module Covers
Understanding Legal Requirements for Psychological Health & Safety
Example: Many managers know they must manage stress — but don’t realise that poor job design, role conflict, and unmanaged workloads are now recognised as legal hazards.
Clarifying Workplace Responsibilities
You’ll also learn what “reasonable steps” really mean when it comes to prevention, response, and ongoing duty of care.
Mapping Stakeholder Roles & Organisational Requirements
From boardroom to break room, this training helps you build a clear organisational structure that supports mental health at all levels.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understand the legal framework governing psychological health at work
- Identify organisational and individual responsibilities under WHS
- Differentiate between physical and psychological safety obligations
- Map internal stakeholders and their roles in psychological health governance
- Establish a strong foundation for psychosocial risk management across your business
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is this suitable for companies just beginning their mental health journey?
Yes — this is the ideal starting point. It introduces key terms, obligations, and strategic roles for WHS compliance and cultural change.
Q2. Does it cover legal updates and compliance?
Yes. The module is aligned with the latest WHS legislation and psychosocial hazard management standards.
Q3. Who should attend?
HR managers, executives, people leaders, WHS professionals, and safety champions — anyone responsible for building or maintaining a safe workplace.
Q4. Is this just for large organisations?
No. The principles apply to organisations of all sizes and can be scaled to meet specific industry or workforce needs.