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Introduction
The NSW Government has announced new measures involving SafeWork NSW psychosocial inspectors, including the ability to issue on-the-spot fines, as part of a workplace mental health compliance approach. The announcement was reported by 7NEWS and includes a $127.7 million investment over four years into SafeWork NSW. The measures relate to psychosocial hazards such as bullying, harassment, excessive workloads and exposure to traumatic events. No specific workplace incident, injury, or fatality was described.
Details of the Incident
Not specified.
Emergency Response
- Not specified
Regulatory Investigation
Not specified.
- Not specified
Company / Union Response
Not specified
Conclusion
The report outlines planned SafeWork NSW activity relating to psychosocial hazards, including additional inspectors and enforcement options. No incident-specific next steps were provided.