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Psychosocial Safety Training

Build Confident Leaders.
Protect Psychological Safety.

An evidence-based psychosocial safety training program for Australian leaders. Build the knowledge, capability and confidence to identify psychosocial hazards, meet WHS obligations, and create genuinely safe teams.

WHS Legislation Aligned
ISO 45003 Compliant
Deakin University Validated
65,000+ Leaders Trained
FormatFull-day / Half-day
DeliveryIn-person or Virtual
AudienceLeaders & Managers
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Trusted by
Country Fire Authority Deakin University Coles Transport Accident Commission Dept. of Justice & Community Safety Mecca
WHS Compliant
Aligned with Australian WHS Regulations and the model Code of Practice for psychosocial hazards
ISO 45003 Aligned
Meets the international standard for managing psychosocial risks in occupational health and safety
Deakin University Validated
Our tools and methodology are university-validated and endorsed by Safe Work Australia
65,000+ Leaders
Proven track record across Australia's most complex industries and high-risk workplaces
65,000+
Leaders Trained
16
Psychosocial Hazard Dimensions
20+
Years of Expertise
ISO 45003
Fully Aligned
Program Content

What Leaders Learn

Our foundational psychosocial safety training program covers everything leaders need — from legislation to daily practice. Practical, evidence-based, and built for real Australian workplaces.

  • 01
    What makes a psychologically healthy and safe workplace
    Core principles across the 16 psychosocial hazard dimensions — and why they matter for individual and team performance.
  • 02
    Legal duties under WHS legislation
    Understanding leader responsibilities for managing psychosocial hazards under Australian WHS regulations and the model Code of Practice.
  • 03
    Recognising psychosocial risks in your team
    Practical frameworks to identify hazards like high job demands, poor role clarity, workplace conflict, bullying, and lack of support before they escalate.
  • 04
    Psychosocial risk management strategies
    Evidence-based tools to proactively control psychosocial hazards and prevent psychological injuries within your team.
  • 05
    Supporting mental health at work
    How to distinguish between mental health concerns, conditions, and illness — and respond in a way that supports rather than harms.
  • 06
    Self-care and team care practices
    Tools for maintaining wellbeing as a leader, and modelling psychologically healthy behaviours for your team, every day.
Program Details
FormatFull-day or Half-day
DeliveryIn-person or Virtual
Group sizeTailored to your team
ContentIndustry-specific
ComplianceWHS + ISO 45003
ValidationDeakin University
Ideal for
  • People leaders and supervisors
  • New and emerging managers
  • HR and people & culture teams
  • Wellbeing & safety business partners
  • Executive and senior leaders
Business Outcomes

What Your Organisation Gains

Psychosocial safety training isn't just about compliance. It builds lasting leadership capability that reduces costs, strengthens your culture, and protects your people.

01
Early hazard identification
Leaders gain tools to recognise psychosocial risks before they escalate into psychological injury claims or regulatory incidents.
02
WHS compliance confidence
Demonstrates duty of care under state WHS regulations and ISO 45003 with documented, evidence-based training on record.
03
Reduced absenteeism & turnover
Psychologically safe workplaces see measurable reductions in unplanned absence, psychological injury claims, and staff attrition.
04
Stronger trust & engagement
Skilled, confident leaders create environments where people feel genuinely safe — driving engagement, performance, and retention.
05
Prevention-first culture
Equips leaders to embed proactive psychosocial health and safety practices into everyday team operations, not just crisis response.
06
Immediate practical application
Scenario-based delivery means participants leave with real tools they can apply with their teams the very next day.
What Our Clients Say

Trusted by Leaders Across Australia

"Mel was a great facilitator, and I thoroughly enjoyed this course. I look forward to using what I've learnt today to help my team mates through difficult situations."
Participant — Coles
Psychosocial Safety Training
"I was able to apply these strategies immediately with my team and we've been having more meaningful one-on-ones ever since."
Senior Leader
Department of Transport & Planning
"Practical, evidence-based content our leaders could immediately connect to real challenges in managing psychological health and safety."
People & Culture Manager
Emergency Services Organisation
Why AP Psychology & Consulting Services

Australia's Specialist in Psychosocial Safety

We combine clinical and organisational psychology expertise with deep knowledge of Australian workplace requirements — delivering wisdom, not just workforce information.

Evidence-Based
All programs grounded in peer-reviewed research and validated assessment frameworks
Australian Focus
Built specifically for the Australian regulatory environment and workplace culture
16 Hazard Dimensions
Full coverage of every psychosocial risk factor recognised under ISO 45003
Human + Systemic
We blend humanistic care with data-driven systemic solutions — for organisations and people
Ongoing Support
Expert consultation and implementation guidance throughout your psychosocial safety journey
Industry Tailored
Context-specific content for aged care, emergency services, government, health, transport and more
Trusted Partners & Clients

Ready to Build a Psychologically Safe Team?

Talk to our psychosocial safety training specialists. Evidence-based, WHS compliant, and built around your people.

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