The Workplace Violence And Harassment Risk Assessment Template has been developed to assist Australian organizations in meeting their obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and related legislation. This document should be used when conducting initial risk assessments, after significant workplace changes, or during regular safety reviews. It provides a systematic approach to identifying, assessing, and controlling risks related to workplace violence and harassment, including physical violence, psychological harassment, bullying, and aggressive behavior. The template includes comprehensive assessment criteria, risk evaluation matrices, control measure recommendations, and action planning frameworks, aligned with Australian WHS regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
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1. Document Control Information: Template version, date, review period, and approval details
2. Purpose and Scope: Outlines the objectives of the risk assessment and defines its application scope within the organization
3. Definitions: Clear definitions of workplace violence, harassment, bullying, and other relevant terms
4. Legal Framework: Overview of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
5. Risk Assessment Team: Identifies team members conducting the assessment and their roles
6. Hazard Identification: Systematic identification of potential sources of workplace violence and harassment
7. Risk Analysis Matrix: Framework for evaluating likelihood and consequences of identified risks
8. Current Control Measures: Documentation of existing measures to prevent/manage workplace violence and harassment
9. Risk Evaluation: Assessment of risks considering existing controls and determination of risk levels
10. Additional Control Measures: Identification of new or enhanced controls needed to address risks
11. Action Plan: Detailed plan for implementing additional control measures, including timeframes and responsibilities
12. Review and Monitoring: Process for ongoing monitoring and periodic review of risk assessment
1. Industry-Specific Risk Factors: Additional section for industries with unique risk factors (e.g., healthcare, retail, security)
2. Remote Work Considerations: Section addressing violence and harassment risks in remote work settings
3. Client/Customer Interface Risk Assessment: For organizations with significant public interaction
4. After-Hours Work Risk Assessment: For workplaces operating outside standard business hours
5. Contractor Management: Section for organizations regularly engaging contractors or temporary workers
6. Emergency Response Procedures: Detailed response procedures for immediate threats of violence
7. Cultural Safety Assessment: For organizations with diverse workforce or working with diverse communities
1. Appendix A: Risk Assessment Checklist: Detailed checklist for conducting the risk assessment
2. Appendix B: Risk Matrix Template: Template for evaluating and scoring risks
3. Appendix C: Control Measures Library: Comprehensive list of potential control measures
4. Appendix D: Incident Report Form: Template for reporting violence or harassment incidents
5. Appendix E: Consultation Record: Template for recording worker consultation during assessment
6. Appendix F: Action Plan Template: Detailed template for documenting and tracking control measure implementation
7. Appendix G: Review Schedule: Template for scheduling regular reviews and updates
8. Appendix H: Legal Requirements Summary: Detailed summary of relevant legislation and compliance requirements
Relevant legal definitions
Clauses
Relevant Industries
Healthcare and Medical
Construction
Manufacturing
Retail and Hospitality
Education
Mining and Resources
Transportation and Logistics
Financial Services
Government and Public Sector
Security Services
Professional Services
Non-profit Organizations
Agriculture
Information Technology
Entertainment and Media
Relevant Teams
Human Resources
Health and Safety
Risk Management
Operations
Security
Legal and Compliance
Senior Management
Training and Development
Facilities Management
Employee Relations
Relevant Roles
Health and Safety Manager
Human Resources Director
Risk Management Officer
Workplace Safety Coordinator
Operations Manager
Facility Manager
Security Manager
Department Supervisor
Chief Executive Officer
Compliance Officer
Employee Relations Manager
Training Coordinator
Project Manager
Site Manager
General Manager
Chief Operating Officer
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