Compliance code: Psychological health

This page explains code structure and features, important terminology and how deemed compliance works.

Part 1 of the Psychological health compliance code defines ‘psychosocial hazard’. It also explains general OHS duties, the risk management process and consultation.

Part 2 of the Psychological health compliance code explains how psychosocial hazards affect employee health and safety, and why a workplace safety culture matters.

Part 3 of the Psychological health compliance code has 4 steps. Step 1 of the risk management process explains how to identify psychosocial hazards and lists examples.

Part 3 of the Psychological health compliance code has 4 steps. Step 2 of the risk management process explains when and how to do a risk assessment.

Part 3 of the Psychological health compliance code has 4 steps. Step 3 of the risk management process explains ways to eliminate or reduce risks, so far as is reasonably practicable.

Part 3 of the Psychological health compliance code has 4 steps. Step 4 of the risk management process explains when and how to review and revise risk controls.

Part 4 of the Psychological health compliance code explains how and why employees should report hazards and incidents, and how employers should respond.

Appendix A of the Psychological health compliance code is a guide to the different types of OHS laws in Victoria.

Appendix B of the Psychological health compliance code is a practical tool to help you identify sources of psychosocial hazards in your workplace.

Appendix C of the Psychological health compliance code lists 16 examples of psychosocial hazards. It includes what each might look like in your workplace and some sample risk controls.