About Occupational Health and Safety

We work with the University community to develop a proactive safety culture, prevent injuries and illnesses in the workplace, comply with occupational health and safety laws and promote wellbeing.

Our occupational health and safety role

  • Develop and implement strategies and programs to promote occupational health and safety and meet legal requirements.
  • Advise and consult with University staff and students.
  • Develop and provide specialised training.
  • Measure and assess workplace hazards.
  • Arrange medical monitoring of staff exposed to workplace hazards.
  • Monitor and analyse incidents, injuries and occupational ill health and advise on risk reduction measures.
  • Monitor and report on the performance of faculties and divisions.
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities and external bodies.
  • Keep records in line with legal requirements.
  • Meet statutory reporting requirements.
  • Develop programs and information to promote staff wellbeing.
  • Support staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance in 4 main areas: physical activity, mental health, nutrition and general health.

OHS Management at Monash University: structure, functions, roles and responsibilities (pdf 158kb)

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