About This Resource
A comprehensive guide to understanding and managing psychosocial hazards in Australian workplaces.
Created by Christian Ratten
"I've watched businesses struggle with psychosocial risks for years—not because they don't care, but because the guidance out there is confusing and disconnected from reality. I built this resource to change that."
Christian Ratten
Registered Workplace Psychologist
Before becoming a Workplace Psychologist, I spent over a decade working in mining and construction. I've seen firsthand the unique pressures these industries place on workers, and how often psychological safety takes a backseat to physical safety.
As WHS regulations evolved to include psychosocial hazards, I noticed many businesses wanted to do the right thing but didn't know where to start. The legislation is complex, the resources are scattered, and practical guidance is hard to find.
That's why I created What Hazards—a free, comprehensive resource that bridges the gap between complex WHS legislation and practical, real-world application. My goal is to give you guidance that's credible, accessible, and grounded in direct industry experience.
"My focus is making sense of challenging WHS regulations through a practical lens—providing direction that's clear, grounded in behavioural science, and built on genuine field experience."
What You'll Find Here
What Hazards is your comprehensive reference guide—a "bible" for workplace psychological safety. I break down complex WHS legislation into clear, actionable guidance, with specific focus on industries like construction and mining where psychosocial risks are particularly prevalent.
Clear Guidance
Plain-language explanations of legal duties and requirements
Practical Tools
Step-by-step processes for identifying and managing risks
Industry Focus
Specific guidance for construction and mining sectors
Evidence-Based
Built on the latest research and WHS codes of practice
Need Hands-On Support?
While this website provides free guidance, I also offer professional consulting services through Behavion—the organisational psychology consultancy I founded.
Behavion brings together a team of Performance and Workplace Psychologists with direct experience in construction, mining, and other high-risk industries. We combine the latest research from psychology and neuroscience to help organisations elevate performance, build healthier cultures, and achieve sustainable growth.
How we can help:
- Psychosocial Risk Assessments
- Leadership Development
- Workplace & Executive Coaching
- Workshops & Training
Have Questions?
We're here to help. Send us a message and we'll get back to you within 1-2 business days.
Prefer to Talk?
Book a free 20-minute conversation to discuss how we can help you manage psychosocial hazards in your workplace.
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