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 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

Enjoy foods you love, while helping your body to replenish, restore and rebalance. In this special Women's Health Week event, gain expert insights from DAA Accredited Practicing Dietician Amanda Smyth, co-founder of Mood Food Nutrition.

Expert Speakers

  • Amanda Smyth
    DAA Accredited Practicing Dietician, Co-Founder & CEO of Mood Food - Nutrition for Mental Health and Dietician for QLD Police Service

Moderated by

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

Register now

This 30-minute webinar helps leaders develop self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathetic communication skills. Participants learn to model emotionally intelligent behaviours, fostering a positive, resilient, and mentally healthy workplace culture.

Date: Thursday 20 August
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