Safe at work

The Wellbeing and Safety Unit provides advice and support to University of Wollongong workers, students, contractors and visitors to ensure that health and safety risks can be managed in accordance with the UOW WHS Management System.

Keep an eye on our WHS What's On links at the bottom of this page for monthly events, webinars and activities.

SafetyNet Upgrade!

SafetyNet underwent a significant upgrade in late 2025. We are currently working with our vendor to correct several ongoing concerns raised by staff.

Please regularly check your SafetyNet Dashboard to see if you have any outstanding action items. 

You can find detailed User Guides at our SafetyNet Home Page.

You can find instructional videos at our WSU Intranet Page.

If you are still having trouble accessing or using SafetyNet, please contact the Wellbeing & Safety Unit at WHS-admin@uow.edu.au 

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WHS NEWSLETTER

National Safe Work and Mental Health Month 2026

October is National Safe Work Month - 

Being healthy and safe means being free from physical and psychological harm. A safe and healthy workplace benefits everyone. 

This years theme is "Safe work is for life", reflecting the fundamental purpose of work health and safety: to protect workers’ lives, health and future.

The WSU has created a calendar of resources, information, events and webinars for staff to reference and participate in over the month of October.

UOW National Safe Work Month Calendar

October is Mental Health Month - 

October is also Mental Health Month, and along with the above calendar, the WSU will be promoting wellbeing events aimed at supporting our community and raising awareness about mental health.

 

 

 

WHS events and what's on

Throughout the year we will be promoting various events and activities in and around our campuses to promote wellbeing, and a healthy and safe workplace. If you have an event or activity that you wish to include on our WHS events and what's on page, please contact us via whs-admin@uow.edu.au

As relentless digital demands tax our brains, one simple remedy remains within reach. Discover why our brains love nature and how stepping outdoors can help us to relax, restore and find the right paths forward.

Topic: Re-Wild Your Mind
Date: Wednesday 4 November 2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (AEDT)

Expert Speakers:

  • Andy Hamilton
    Founder, Human Nature Adventure Therapy
  • Dr Anita Pryor
    Co-Director, Adventure Works Australia

Moderator:

  • Dr Sadhbh Joyce
    Senior Psychologist (MAPS, AAPi), Co-Founder of Mindarma, Meditation Teacher, External Fellow, Black Dog Institute/UNSW Medicine and Health

Access is via Zoom or Livestream, whichever works best for you.

Register now!

This workshop raises awareness of mental health in the workplace, tackling stigma and myths while exploring stress, anxiety, and depression. Participants gain practical knowledge and confidence to support a mentally healthy and inclusive workplace.

Date: Thursday 17 September
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

Register now here!

 

Thursday, 10 September 2026 is R U OK? Day but we know that the people around us go through life’s ups and downs every day which is why we have free resources to help you keep the conversation going year round.

You might be surprised to learn that many people underestimate the power of an R U OK? Conversation.

Our research shows that a third of people don’t realise the difference they can make by checking in with someone they care about despite the fact that 9 in 10 of those who were asked, ‘are you OK?’, report feeling grateful, cared about, and supported.

We also know 1 in 4 people might hesitate to ask even when they think someone is struggling. That's why we're reminding everyone that if someone's on your mind, trust your instinct and start a conversation. 

If you’re thinking it, Ask R U OK? Any Day because what people value most is trust, a sense of genuine care, and someone who really listens to them, without judgement.

Ask R U OK? Any Day because a conversation could change a life.

For more information please visit the website RUOK?

Need assistance?

Contact us if you have any questions

42213931 whs-admin@uow.edu.au