Psychosocial Hazards in the Training Environment – and How to Mitigate Them
Tuesday 4 March 2025 | 10am AEST | Presented by Vanessa Solomon
Understand the hazards and reduce the risk
Training environments can be a hotspot for psychosocial hazards that impact both trainers and learners, from stress and anxiety, to workplace bullying and cultural misunderstandings. This session unpacks these challenges, exploring their origins, effects, and practical strategies for creating safer, more inclusive environments.
Learn how to identify psychosocial hazards early, foster a positive learning culture, and implement interventions that mitigate risks and promote resilience in both trainers and learners.
Key Themes:
Identifying and categorising psychosocial hazards in training contexts
Understanding the legislative landscape, and duties facilitating training
Strategies for fostering psychological safety
Practical tools for conflict resolution and stress management
Building resilience among trainers and learners
The role of leadership in mitigating hazards
Learning Outcomes:
Identify common psychosocial hazards in the training environment
Understanding of relevant legislation, roles and responsibilities
Develop strategies to address and mitigate these hazards effectively
Apply tools and frameworks to promote psychological safety
Recognide the importance of leadership and culture in creating safe spaces
Design a proactive approach to managing psychosocial risks in training
All registrants to the live session will receive a step-by-step guide to implementing psychosocial safety measures, including quick assessment tools, de-escalation techniques, and strategies for fostering inclusivity and resilience.
