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Drug and Alcohol Awareness in the Workplace: Protecting Employee Health and Safety

Creating Safer Workplaces Through Drug and Alcohol Awareness Creating a safe and healthy workplace goes beyond managing physical hazards. Employers also have a responsibility to consider factors that may affect employee wellbeing, judgement and workplace safety including the misuse of drugs and alcohol. Each year, Alcohol Awareness Week encourages individuals, communities, and organisations to think…

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Working in Hot Weather: Legal Requirements, Guidance and Tips for Employers

Hot Weather Safety at Work: Employer Responsibilities, Best Practices, and Compliance Requirements Hot weather can present significant challenges for both employers and employees. While warmer temperatures are often welcomed, excessive heat can affect concentration, productivity, and, more importantly, employee health and safety. Whether employees work outdoors in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utilities, or indoors in…

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