A common question asked by desk-based workers during ergonomic assessments is  “how long is it okay for me to sit at my desk?”. As a therapist using an evidence-based approach, you watch people eye’s glaze over when giving unsatisfying answers such as “well….you need to move as much as you can fit into your day”.  The

A recent Queensland WHS judgement holds vital lessons for anyone involved in developing WHS documents, or anyone who has a role in using them. As WHS Auditors , we see some long documents. A key question we’re always asking is, “is the document content of value to WHS risk management in this organisation?”. The answer often

Managing WHS with Contractors is consistently identified as one of the key WHS issues for most public sector agencies.  Yet it remains one of the more misunderstood and mismanaged parts of health and safety. “I can’t monitor how they do their work. It’s not work I know how to do…that’s why I get a contractor!” “if

WA Public Sector annual reporting requires 80% of managers to complete WHS and injury management training every three years. So “yes” it’s mandatory, but training managers in their WHS responsibilities every three years is also a huge opportunity to engage your people and improve your organisation. To make your Manager training a “value-add” investment, here’s