Building a healthy risk culture An effective risk framework has several distinguishing features; however, even the most sophisticated framework will fail if the culture doesn’t support it. Does your organisation know what to do and have the necessary tools when an incident arises?
The January 2026 Quarterly Risk Compass provides key insights for Audit and Risk Committees—the NSW Audit Office Forward Work Program, capital projects, cyber incident management, and grants administration. Each provides an opportunity to benchmark against better practice and lessons from other entities.
Workplaces are increasingly struggling to manage psychosocial WHS risks as the hazards are complex, often invisible, and deeply tied to how work is designed and managed. Safe Work Australia employers are legally required to identify, eliminate, or minimise these risks, but many find it challenging to balance work demands, consult effectively with workers, and implement consistent control measures.
