CSG Monthly Meetings
New technologies, behavioural studies and changes in the workplace are leading to more efficient and productive ways to manage workplace OHS.
Examples of this, and advice on how to put it into practice, will be discussed at Central Safety Group’s lunchtime event on 14 July by Scott McMillan, Director of Safety at Melbourne Park.
Scott has a track record of modernising and simplifying safety in complex, high-risk environments and he will demonstrate some of the new and evolving technologies that are influencing health and safety practices...read more
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 13 July. When booking, please ensure you select the July Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
The impact of climate change on worker health and safety, and the response by OHS professionals, will be discussed by Sam Hall in a lunchtime presentation to Central Safety Group on Tuesday 9 June.
Sam is doing PhD research into how climate change is creating new and emerging risks for worker health, safety and wellbeing. She is also exploring how occupational health professionals in Australia perceive these impacts of climate change, as well the role they can play in workplace climate adaptation...read more
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Kevin’s view is that there are two versions of leadership. One is a position or title that invokes leadership and is bestowed on people, but who then often need to learn how to be a leader
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 8 June. When booking, please ensure you select the June Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
For years, the key to positive change in OHS seems to have relied on leadership. However, the notion of leadership is something that people might recognise, but can’t describe. Kevin Jones, editor of the SafetyAtWorkBlog, will be zooming in at Central Safety Group’s lunchtime event on Tuesday 12th May to discuss this dilemma.
Kevin’s view is that there are two versions of leadership. One is a position or title that invokes leadership and is bestowed on people, but who then often need to learn how to be a leader.
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 11 May. When booking, please ensure you select the May Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
Employers are now required to manage psychosocial risks like any other workplace safety hazard as a result of new workplace laws in Victoria. The long-anticipated Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regulations 2025 came into effect on 1 December 2025.
Dr Natassia (Tas) Goode, Director of the Psychological Health Division at WorkSafe Victoria, discussed the new regulations, and what they mean for both workers and employers...read more
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 13 April. When booking, please ensure you select the April Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) account for more than 50% of workplace injuries and diseases, and are among the most expensive and prolonged work-related compensation claims. A pioneering approach to reducing MSDs and stress-related mental health has been developed by Professor Jodi Oakman and colleagues at La Trobe University.
Join us for an interactive Zoom session with Professor Oakman on 10 March exploring the APHIRM Toolkit. APHIRM stands for A Participative Hazard Identification and Risk Management and the free online toolkit guides workplaces through the process of identifying, assessing and controlling physical and psychosocial hazards (www.aphirm.org.au)...read more
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 9 March. When booking, please ensure you select the March Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
What truly differentiates top candidates in today’s current employment climate? Expert in health & safety recruitment, Helen O’Keefe, will give a presentation on 10 February to Central Safety Group that delves deeply into the critical factors driving recruitment decisions for senior HSW roles.
Helen will begin by discussing in-demand skill-sets. She will provide a detailed breakdown of the technical expertise and strategic capabilities that employers are actively seeking. This goes beyond foundational HSW knowledge..read more
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 9 February. When booking, please ensure you select the February Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
Members, colleagues and friends are all welcome to Central Safety Group's annual networking lunch. You can look forward to a gourmet three-course buffet in a private function room, where we will catch up together and celebrate the end of another busy year.
As a benefit of membership, financial members* of CSG receive a special discounted rate of just $20. Non-members and guests are charged the very reasonable rate of $65.
BOOK & PAY NOW to secure your place, as numbers are limited.
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CSG would like to take this opportunity to thank our financial members for their support in 2025 that has made this event possible.
What: CSG annual networking lunch
When: Wednesday 10 December, 12:00-2:00pm
Where: Level 5, Angliss Conference Centre, 555 La Trobe Street, Melbourne
How: The easiest way to travel to the venue is via public transport.
Train - the venue is a short walk from both Flagstaff and Southern Cross train stations.
Tram - route 30 and the City Circle tram stop right outside the main entrance in La Trobe Street.
By Bike - there is free bike parking onsite opposite the Tram Cafe near the central courtyard. Entry off Latrobe St.
By Car - off-street parking is available at Care Park - Southern Cross, Cnr Spencer & Lonsdale Streets. They offer a special rate for Angliss Conference Centre visitors who register & book in advance online here [hyperlink on word "here" https://carepark.ubipark.com/UserRateGroup/Register?code=The%20Angliss%20Conferen]
Cost: Financial members* $20. Others $65
[Individual membership fee for 2025: $85]
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RSVP by COB Wednesday 3 December 2025
Note: RSVP by close of business Wednesday 3 December. .
Fatigue in the workplace can be a critical safety and psychosocial risk. However, some contributing factors are often overlooked, resulting in poor management of the issue.
At our final in-person presentation for 2025 on 11 November, Jane Skillen, OHS Advisor at Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, will provide an informative case study on managing fatigue for clinical forensic nurses in regional Victoria.
She will discuss the implications of being impaired by fatigue in such a high-risk work environment, and the importance of recognising both external and workplace factors that can contribute to it.
Her talk will outline strategies to identify fatigue-related concerns early, and what a timely intervention looks like. Come along in person to take advantage of Jane’s extensive experience in OHS and continue the discussion after the formal event is over.
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 10 November. When booking, please ensure you select the November Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
The topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being met with rising interest and speculation about how it can be applied in the workplace. An example of the successful use of AI in OHS will be presented to Central Safety Group on Tuesday 14 October by John Ansley, co-founder of Knowby.
They have developed a digital tool, Knowby Pro, that takes the complexity out of instructions, giving instant access to critical information. John will demonstrate how the Knowby Pro platform works, and the different ways it can be applied in business.
CSG Committee member Gavin Kenny, who is Head of Health and Safety Systems Transformation at Opal, will contribute to the presentation by talking about how he uses the tool at his workplace. He will give his perspective on its application at Opal, and how it has improved their OHS communications.
Billed as an alternative to those painful how-to manuals and instructional videos, Knowby Pro allows users to create SOPs or work instructions using a combination of text and images and/or video, with the help of AI.
John and Gavin’s presentation will include an opportunity for questions from the audience.
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 13 October 2025. When booking, please ensure you select the October Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
The esteemed David Caple AM will join us on 9 September to talk about new initiatives in manual handling that have been assessed and implemented in a range of workplaces, including libraries, childcare and large retail stores.
David will provide an overview of the methodology involved, and give examples of the initiatives. Manual handling..read more.
About the speaker:
David Caple AM is a leading figure in occupational health and safety here and overseas. He has advised a wide range of businesses, industry groups and public sector organisations, and has worked with Australian and overseas governments on work health and safety strategy.
He has spent 40 years as an OHS consultant, and was an Adjunct Professor, Centre for Ergonomics & Human Factors, La Trobe University for 20 years. David was President of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) 2006-2009, in which capacity he represented the profession in 23 countries, to governments, universities, researchers and practitioners.
In 2024 he was co-author of a new international publication Giving your business the human factors edge.… Making it Happen!
David is a Financial Member of Central Safety Group.
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 8 September 2025. When booking, please ensure you select the September Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
Opal Specialty Packaging provides tailored cardboard-based packaging solutions for small, medium and large businesses. Their fully integrated packaging development service is based on circular economy principles.
Join CSG for a tour of their Oakleigh South production facility on Tuesday 19th August and see Opal’s advanced manufacturing capabilities. Learn how they deal with hazards such as mobile plant, traffic management, noise and machine guarding.
We will also hear about recent safety programs related to video SOPs and streamlining the on-boarding of casuals.
Opal’s sustainable corrugated cardboard packaging solutions cover every application you can think of, from smartly designed bespoke boxes and vibrant digital print to high-end corrugated cardboard point-of-purchase displays for retailers. ..read more.
Numbers limited: book early to secure your place.
Non-Members welcome to attend
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 18 August 2025. When booking, please ensure you select the August Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
As many of you know, Victoria is entering a new era of workplace safety with the upcoming implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regulations, set to take effect in December 2025. Craig Ramadge’s presentation to Central Safety Group on July 8 will draw on his experience working in the area of forensic mental health to explore the implications of Victoria’s new psychosocial regulations for employers and employees.
These regulations place a stronger emphasis on identifying and managing psychological hazards - including exposure to trauma, violence and high-stress environments - all of which are highly relevant in forensic settings.
Craig will take us through the unique physical and mental health challenges faced by workers in forensic mental health roles, and how the changes to WorkCover Mental Injury claims in Victoria impact these workers.
..read more.
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 7 July 2025. When booking, please ensure you select the July Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
We can always count on Kevin Jones to broaden our horizons via new books and publications on a range of topics. His presentation to Central Safety Group on Tuesday 10 June 2025 will be no exception.
Kevin's discussion will include publications that are not directly related to OHS, but provide valuable insights that can stimulate an OHS professional's thinking about their approach to OHS.
By challenging mainstream views on topics such as leadership, Kevin aims to inspire discussion and widen our knowledge of important topics.
Kevin's overview will include topics directly related to OHS as well, such as a recent study about employee well-being and mental health.
The presentation will be followed by a question and discussion session.
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 9 June 2025. When booking, please ensure you select the June Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
Details coming soon
Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 12 May 2025. When booking, please ensure you select the May Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.
