Information Managing Staff at the University of Western Australia
This page on the UWA website provides guidelines for academic and general staff about management supervision, including sections on working with people and planning and organisation. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
The EAP is a counselling resource to help UWA staff with any personal or work-related issues. All EAP consultations are confidential and can be held over the telephone or in person at the counselling offices. The EAP Policy provides information on services and procedures relating to the program. UWA Safety & Health Ergonomics Policy
This website outlines the UWA Safety & Health Ergonomics Policy which aims to prevent injuries associated with ergonomic hazards and optimise the design of the working environment to ensure the best use of an individual's capabilities. WorkSafe - Government of Western Australia
This is the Department of Consumer and Employment Protection (Government of Western Australia) WorkSafe website. It answer questions about workplace safety and provides explanations of the laws and regulations in Western Australia, and is a useful refernce point for employers. Articles The Health of Australia's Workforce
This report is based on a study commissioned by Medibank Private in 2005 which investigated the health of the Australian workforce. The report highlights the link between a person's health and productivity, as workers with good health and lifestyle habits were less likely to take sick leave, were more satisfied with their performance and perform more effective working hours each month. Recognition, resolution and recovery: early intervention to support psychological health and wellbeing
This document, published by Comcare (Australian Government), provides a guide to managers/supervisors on recognising the warning signs and taking action to support employees who are not coping in the workplace. Useful Links Australia's Health 2006
This biannual publication from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) is an authoritative source of information on patterns of health and illness, determinants of health, the supply and use of health services, and health services expenditure in Australia. Chronic Diseases and Associated Risk Factors in Australia 2006
Another report from AIHW indicates that Australian's are not doing enough to prevent chronic diseases. The report highlights that
-more than 85 per cent of Australians aren't consuming enough vegetables
-almost 50 per cent aren't eating enough fruit
-about 54 per cent of adults are either overweight or obese
-about 21 per cent of adults smoke tobacco Stress and Psychological Injury
The Australian Government Comcare "Stress and Psychological Injury" webpage provides information for managers/supervisors on the major causes of stress and psychological injury in the workplace, risk-management strategies, case studies, and a guide on how to implement a prevention program. Staying Connected
Staying Connected is a half day program delivered in the workplace designed specifically to support fathers going through separations. It provides practical ideas to improve personal wellbeing, coping and communication skills, and help employees take control of their lives. Staff turnover, absenteeism, lost productivity and workplace accidents can all be linked to the experience of separation. The program can benefit employers by increasing employee morale, loyalty and productivity, and reducing unscheduled leave and workplace accidents. Other Organisational Initiatives Curtin University - Healthy Lifestyle Program
Curtin University has established a "Healthy Lifestyle Program" which forms part of Student and Staff Services within the University Life portfolio, and aims to encourage staff and students at Curtin to have a healthy lifestyle. Monash University - Wellbeing Program & Calendar
The Occupational, Health, Safety & Environment department at Monash University have developed a Wellbeing Program & Calendar which includes weekly walks on campus, running groups and meditation sessions. CSIRO Mineral Pedometer Program
CSIRO Minerals have a number of health and wellbeing initiatives in place, including the "Stepping to Good Health Pedometer Program". The program encourages employees to become more physically active by using a pedometer, which calculates the distance a person has travelled on foot by counting their steps. University of Southern Queensland
The University of Southern Queensland offers employees the opportunity to participate in a health program known as the Fit and Well USQ Corporate Health Program. The Fit and Well USQ program adopts a holistic approach focusing on areas such as physical activity, education, stress management. | 
