Did you know that 91 out of 110 complaints made to the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DMIRS) were safety concerns related to mental health risks?
Taking mental health in the workplace seriously is important as much as taking operational hazards seriously.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), good mental health is a state of wellbeing where an individual realises their own potential, manages everyday stresses, works productively and contributes to their community.
General factors that can influence mental health include stress or social factors. Work-related issues that can affect mental health include:
- Fatigue
- Working hours
- Bullying
- Aggression
- Violence
- Working alone
- Alcohol and other drugs
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What is the Department of Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety?
The Department of Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety (DMIRS) has brought together the Department of Mines and Petroleum and most of the Department of Commerce. Their goal is to work towards a safe, fair and responsible future for the Western Australian community, industry and resources sector.
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