SafeWork NSW has marked Mental Health Month this month with the launch of a new tool to support the mental health of workers across the State.
Announced by Minister for Better Regulation, Kevin Anderson, SafeWork’s Workplace Pulse Check tool aims to help employers improve the mental health support they provide as well as their access to relevant training and materials.
Mr Anderson said by undertaking the pulse check as part of October’s Mental Health Month, business owners and managers could implement the right proactive measures to support their staff’s mental health while at work.
“Our research consistently tells us that mentally healthy workplaces have more productive staff who feel more positive about work, with less absenteeism and better retention rates,” he said.
“By completing a pulse check, you will be able to establish how your business is doing in terms of its approach to mental health, as well as receive advice on how to provide a supportive culture for your employees.”
Mr Anderson said to help workplaces become mentally healthy, SafeWork was also offering free, one-on-one, practical coaching for small and medium-sized businesses and mental health training workshops tailored for employers, managers and employees.
Minister for Mental Health, Bronnie Taylor said business leaders could play a substantial role in supporting their employees’ mental health at work.
“There are so many things business leaders can do to ensure their workplace is mentally healthy – from regular check-ins and discussions around mental health, to proactively identifying and addressing risks,” Mrs Taylor said.
“Mental Health Month is a great time to do a pulse check and start making your workplace a happier and healthier one for everyone,” she said.
Further information on SafeWork’s Workplace Pulse Check tool can be accessed at this PS News link.
