Join us as our expert presenters unpack the legal and practical responsibilities schools face in managing psychosocial hazards.

Psychosocial hazards: The risks and stakeholders that schools need to manage.
Register now for our Education Spotlight webinar
Schools face increasing challenges in managing psychosocial hazards including bullying, harassment, stress, social isolation and substance abuse. Under work health and safety legislation, schools have a legal duty to identify and mitigate these risks to protect staff and students.
Join our expert presenters, Adam Foster and Matthew Giles, Employment & Safety Partners, as they explore:
- key psychosocial risk factors in school environments
- legal obligations and recent developments in WorkSafe Victoria’s approach
- practical strategies for creating a psychologically safe workplace
- a live Q&A session to answer your questions
Why Attend?
- Gain actionable insights from legal experts
- Stay compliant with WHS legislation
- Learn best practices for managing psychosocial hazards in schools
Secure your spot today and help shape safer, healthier school environments.
Speakers

Adam Foster
Partner | Colin Biggers & Paisley

Matthew Giles
Partner | Colin Biggers & Paisley
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