Australian Institute of Health and Safety (AIHS) has made significant advancements in providing accessible resources for OHS professionals. As part of our commitment to enhancing knowledge sharing, we are pleased to introduce the BOK Audio Chapters. Developed as a response to the need for a comprehensive understanding of work-related safety and health, the OHS Body of Knowledge for Generalist OHS Professionals (OHS BoK) is now available in an audio format, allowing you to conveniently access the chapters anywhere, anytime. With the AIHS taking ownership of the publication, the BOK Audio Chapters undergo continuous maintenance and development, ensuring they reflect the latest OHS research and practices. Join us in fostering a culture of safety and well-being in the workplace by accessing the BOK Audio Chapters and empowering yourself with essential knowledge.
Upon registering, you will be able to access the audio chapters via your learning platform.
Chapter 21: Bullying and Violence
This chapter – one of three dedicated to psychosocial hazards – presents key concepts related to workplace bullying, aggression and violence. Since the 1990s, research on these issues has proliferated along with increasing awareness of associated health and safety problems and organisational effectiveness detriments. This chapter provides the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) professional with information on the potential outcomes of workplace bullying, aggression and violence for individuals and organisations, useful conceptual models, the legislative environment, and risk assessment and control fundamentals. It considers the implications for OHS practice and highlights the importance for generalist OHS professionals to seek specialist advice on matters such as mediation and complaint investigation.
Keywords: bullying, aggression, violence, psychosocial
First year of publication: 2012
Current Version: 2021
The written chapter can be viewed and downloaded at https://www.ohsbok.org.au/
Chapter 21: Bullying and Violence. (n.d.). The OHS Body of Knowledge. https://www.ohsbok.org.au/chapter-22-physical-hazards-noise-and-vibration/
Course Details
Cost: AIHS Members $27.50 | Non Members $49.50
Format: Audio Chapter
CPD Points: 1
