On 1 December 2025, the Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regulations 2025 came into effect in Victoria, marking a significant shift for employers.
The Regulations require employers to identify psychosocial hazards and, so far as is reasonably practicable, control the associated risks. They provide greater clarity and set higher expectations for compliance, aligning Victoria’s framework with similar regulations introduced across other Australian states and territories.
In light of these changes, it is now more important than ever for employers to ensure their systems, policies and training are aligned with the updated legal framework and more stringent reporting requirements.
Included Training
This 1.5 – 2 hour training course is designed to support managers and people leaders in understanding and meeting their obligations under the new legislation. Participants will gain a practical understanding of psychosocial hazards and how to effectively identify, assess and manage the associated risks in the workplace.
This training course will cover:
- An overview of the Psychological Health Regulations 2025 and Compliance Code
- What constitutes a ‘psychosocial hazard’
- Types of psychosocial hazards, including: low job control, high job demands, poor support and lack of role clarity, and exposure to traumatic events or material
- Employer duties and ‘reasonably practicable’ controls
- How the new requirements interact with existing OHS and workplace behaviour obligations
- Legal risks of non-compliance
- Building a positive mental health environment – practical strategies for managers and leaders
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the legal framework governing psychosocial hazards and risks in Victoria;
- Identify common psychosocial hazards and their potential impacts;
- Recognise the key factors contributing to psychological injury and ill-health;
- Implement strategies to mitigate and control psychosocial risks; and
- Foster a positive and mentally healthy workplace culture.
Training will be specifically tailored to each workplace and will refer to relevant workplace policies and procedures.
