Significant Rise in Workplace Violence in Australia

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1. WEEKLY INSIGHT

Safe Work Australia published a new report detailing the prevalence, causes & impact of violence in Australian workplaces:
  • ABS PSS estimates that 1.4 million Australians have experienced at least 1 incidence of workplace violence since they were 15 years old
  • Since 2019 56% increase in the number of serious workers’ compensation claims for assault & exposure to workplace violence
  • Women have faced a 72% increase in physical violence in the workplace over the past decade.
  • Meanwhile, Men have seen a 33% increase since 2014.
  • The primary source of work-related violence is clients + customers.
  • Most reported behaviours include angry/hostile reactions, shouting/swearing & intimidation/insults.

In the last 10 years:

145,900 – Workplace physical assault incidents

30,200 – Workplace sexual assault incidents

NOTE: WA workers are now eligible for 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave, which applies to FT, PT, and casual employees.

2. HR/IR & LEADERSHIP

Only half of employees feel appreciated for being themselves at Work

Key Contributors to Employee Appreciation:

  • Strong communication with managers (58%)
  • Recognition of personal milestones (51%)
  • Employee Needs for Greater Appreciation:
    • Seeking benefits that matter: 57%
    • Opportunities for learning & growth: 37%
Growth-related benefits are more appealing than a 10% pay raise for 30%+ Gen Z and Millennial employees.

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