Hazards and injuries

Data reports, analysis and publications categorised by primary hazard or injury topic.

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This report captures a broad range of work-related injuries and illness, including those that do not result in a workers' compensation claim.

  • Work-related injuries
Current

This report outlines the results of a two-year study which explored how to reduce psychosocial risks associated with increased job demands in the aged care sector.

  • Psychosocial
  • Research
Current

Some of the insights from the report include:

  • Occupational hazards
Current

Workers exposed to psychosocial hazards in the workplace are at greater risk of developing a work-related psychological injury, and poorer mental health outcomes. 

  • Psychosocial
Current

Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on workers returning to work after a work-related injury or illness.

  • COVID-19
  • Return to work
Current

Workers exposed to psychosocial hazards in the workplace are at greater risk of developing a work-related psychological injury, and poorer mental health outcomes. 

  • Psychosocial
Current
Prevalence, source, and impacts of violence and aggression in Australian workplaces.
  • Violence and aggression

Historical releases

The reports listed below were originally published on the Safe Work Australia website, prior to the development of the Interactive Data site. We have included them here for historical reference and context.

Historical

Report on mental stress, harassment and bullying related workers’ compensation claims.

  • Psychosocial
Historical

Causes, impacts and prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

  • Musculoskeletal