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Burn-out: A Health & Safety Issue

WebThe definition of burn-out (World Health Organisation) “A syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is …

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New member resources to mark Mental Health Day

WebToday is Mental Health Day and the theme is ‘Look after your mental health Australia’. There’s no doubt that so many factors are affecting people’s mental health at the …

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Protecting employees and our customers in the changing …

WebThe past two years have seen an unprecedented array of new challenges to many retailers leading to a lot of uncertainty about how to navigate return to work operations. Many …

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Health and Safety Australian Retailers Association

WebCommon workplace practices that are risking employee safety. Despite businesses in Australia having a legal requirement to comply with their State’s Workplace Health and …

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Roles in health and safety

WebFollow up on health and safety actions taken by the organisation. Investigate health and safety complaints received from employees. Investigate potential risks to the health and …

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Heavy mental health toll for retail sector as challenges intensify

WebMore than three-quarters of retail workers have experienced stress, anxiety, or depression in the past four weeks as retail crime and the rising cost-of-doing-business take a …

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Retail Sustainability Australian Retailers Association

WebCirconomy launches national refurbishment and response squad. Australia’s first recovery, repair and resale service for retail and commercial products, Circonomy has launched a …

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Mental Wellbeing Australian Retailers Association

WebUnderstanding the impact of mental health in the workplace. Mental illness is the leading cause of long-term sickness amongst Australian workers, with work-related mental …

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Risk Assessment and Control

WebA risk assessment is the process of determining the level of risk involved and the likelihood of injury, illness or death occurring. This means evaluating the likelihood and …

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Conducting WHS training for team members

WebConducting WHS training for team members. Mon 4 March 2019. Training. It is important to ensure that all employees are fully trained in health and safety to ensure that they …

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How to help manage the wellbeing of Generation Z in retail

WebHere are some tips to retail employers and managers to maintain the wellbeing of its young workforce: Induction. As many retail workers are entering into employment for the first …

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Common workplace practices that are risking employee safety

WebCommon workplace practices that are risking employee safety. Despite businesses in Australia having a legal requirement to comply with their State’s Workplace Health and …

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ARA Insurance Australian Retailers Association

WebFrom major national, to multi-store owners or even sole traders, the ARA Insurance program caters to all retail companies, extending to: Contact the ARA Insurance team at Marsh on …

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Effective WHS record keeping strategies for retailers

WebTo be effective WHS policies should: · Show commitment to Workplace Health and Safety. · Encourage the co-operation of all employees. · Allocate accountability for Workplace …

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Managing the risks of customer behaviour

WebA survey of 1,000 employees in retail and fast food, conducted by the SDA in 2017**, found: More than 85% of respondents have been subjected to verbal abuse from a customer in …

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Managing hazardous chemical risk for the retail and hair and …

WebRetail. WorkSafe Victoria visits to retail and hair and beauty stores in recent months has highlighted a need for businesses to improve on their management of hazardous …

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Managing the risks of customer aggression and violence

WebAn employer’s obligation to manage the risks of customer aggression and violence. As an employer of workers in the retail industry, you have an obligation to take care of the …

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WHS record keeping

WebWHS record keeping. Mon 18 March 2019. Policy. Keeping records helps maintain an effective workplace health and safety management system. Records can help hazards …

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First Responders Day Australian Retailers Association

WebRegistering for First Responders Day is a powerful way for businesses to show appreciation for the dedicated individuals who serve as first responders. By participating, businesses …

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