Psychological hazards are a potential source of harm to workers in the same way as physical hazards. In order for a workplace to promote psychological health and safety, it is important to provide programs and resources that educate workers and leaders and provide avenues for support. This active work is necessary to prevent harm to worker psychological health. In order for an OHS professional to be an effective resource in this area, they should demonstrate thorough understanding of the following:

– Legislative requirements and best practice standards regarding psychological health and safety
– Risk factors associated with psychological hazards in the workplace
– Workplace factors that impact psychological health & safety
– Impact of psychological health on worker overall health
– Impact of psychological health on organizational performance