Psychosocial Risk Assessment

What is a psychosocial risk assessment?

A psychosocial risk assessment is a systematic process to identify, evaluate, and manage workplace factors that may harm employees’ mental health and wellbeing. These risks often arise from how work is designed, organised, and managed, as well as the social environment in the workplace. The aim is to create a psychologically safe workplace by addressing hazards before they lead to stress, burnout, or other psychological injuries.

When to use a psychosocial risk assessment?

• To support mental health and wellbeing programs

• When stress, conflict, or complaints start to emerge

• During organisational change or high-pressure periods

• As part of proactive WHS compliance and risk management

Benefits of a psychosocial risk assessment

• Improved mental health and wellbeing

• Reduced absenteeism and turnover

• Enhanced productivity

• Positive workplace culture

• Reduce stress and burnout

• Improve employee engagement and retention

• Meet legal obligations under WHS laws

• Build a safer, healthier workplace culture