Often, there is a mix of accreditations on the roster for EAP providers.
Usually it's a mix of counsellors, social workers and psychologists who make up the professionals who will be managing the health issues of your workforce.
It is important to note that there is no legal requirement for specific accreditation to provide EAP services in Australia.
Australia is grappling with a surge in workplace psychosocial hazards, issues like bullying, excessive workloads, and violence that harm mental health. These account for 9% of workers' compensation claims, with a 37% rise in recent years, costing the economy $39 billion annually in lost productivity. Psychological injuries lead to prolonged absences (34 weeks on average) and higher payouts ($58,600 per claim) compared to physical injuries.
Key hazards include bullying (27.5% of claims), work pressure (25%), and workplace violence (16%). Other risks involve poor job control, unclear roles, and intrusive monitoring. New regulations across states, including a 2022 Model Code of Practice, mandate employers to manage these risks rigorously, with tools like the People at Work survey aiding hazard identification.
This post dives into Safe Work Australia's Model Code of Practice on Managing Psychosocial Hazards at Work.
It breaks down the main ideas, like spotting hidden risks that affect mental and physical health, and shares snippits from the Safe Work Australian Code, which is also linked at the bottom of the page for reference.
