Top hazards

Fatigue may increase the risk of incidents because of a lack of alertness and slower reaction times. It can also affect the ability to make good decisions.

Find out how to manage the risk of fatigue

Injuries can occur from a number of different tasks – such as sitting for too long, doing the same task again and again, over-reaching and handling heavy items – and they can have long-term, costly impacts on your workers and your business.

Find out how to manage manual tasks

Sedentary behaviour such as prolonged sitting poses significant health risks.

Find out how to manage the risks from sedentary work

You must have a safe system of work that includes effective communication with the worker – and which allows them to call for help in the event of an emergency.

Find out more about managing the risks from remote and isolated work

A mentally healthy workplace creates a more engaged and productive workforce, helping to attract and keep great workers. Workers also take less time off and businesses save money.

Find out more on what you can do to make a mentally healthy workplace

You need to know how to make your workplace safe for all workers and visitors.

Find more on our physical safety at work (the basics) page

Exposure to chemicals is 100% preventable. Without the proper controls it can cause cancer, respiratory illnesses, skin and eye irritations, and fire and explosion-related injuries.

Find out how to manage hazardous chemicals in your workplace

Most people who are seriously injured or killed, fall from a height of four metres or less.

Find out how to work safely at heights

Working in intense heat can raise normal body temperature and in a worst-case scenario lead to heat stroke and possible death.

Find out how to manage heat in your workplace