Prevent

Resources and support services for understanding the legislation and regulation that help prevent harm in our industry. 

• Fair Work Australia
• Safe Work Australia *
  • Model Code of Practice - Managing psychosocial hazards at work
• Mentally healthy workplace resources: State/Territory regulator links and services.
• https://www.peopleatwork.gov.au: a free and validated Australian psychosocial risk assessment survey.
• Animal Care and Veterinary Services Award
• Australasian Veterinary Boards Council: Promoting the integrity and sustainability of the veterinary profession.
• AVA Policy - Safeguarding and improving the mental health of the veterinary team: This outlines the importance of taking action to moderate work demands linked to occupational stress, while implementing interventions and resources to improve wellbeing targeted at the level of individuals, groups, leadership and organisations.
  
  *Please seek advice and support from your state/territory regulator.