National Safe Work Month 2024

Today marks the start of National Safe Work Month 2024!

Held annually in October and led by Safe Work Australia, National Safe Work Month encourages everyone—individuals and organisations alike—to prioritise work health and safety (WHS). The focus is on taking proactive steps to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.

The campaign promotes a positive safety culture, emphasising the importance of strong WHS practices. Each year, the month revolves around a unique theme, and this year’s theme, “Safety is everyone’s business,” encourages workplaces across the nation to make safety a priority. It highlights the collective benefits of safe work practices, reinforcing WHS as a fundamental principle and right for all.

Weekly topics: Each week focuses on a specific WHS topic:

• Week 1: WHS Fundamentals
• Week 2: Psychosocial Hazards
• Week 3: Risk Management Fundamentals
• Week 4: Musculoskeletal Injuries

Week 1: WHS Fundamentals We kick off by revisiting the basics of good WHS practices. These include proactively managing risks, genuine consultation with workers, and providing proper training and support to keep everyone safe.

Learn more about what's happening during National Safe Work Month at: safeworkaustralia.gov.au/national-safe-work-month

This October, let's all make safety our business!

#SafeWorkMonth #SafetyIsOurBusiness