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CSG March 2026 speaker: Professor Jodi Oakman - MSD risks - a new approach

MSD risks - a new approach

Presentation by: Professor Jodi Oakman, Head of the Centre for Ergonomics and Human Factors, La Trobe University

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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.

Professor Oakman presented an interactive Zoom session 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).

An evidence-based system, it addresses risks from both types of hazards that, Jodi said, offers a comprehensive approach for managing workplace MSDs. Significantly, it also involves the participation of workers.

The presentation was followed by questions and a discussion session.

The presenter:

Jodi Oakman is a Professor and head of the Centre for Ergonomics and Human Factors at La Trobe University. Her background is a mix of industry and academia, across a range of industry sectors including health, manufacturing and logistics. She joined the teaching staff of La Trobe University 20 years ago after working as a corporate ergonomist, initially with Ford, and then as a consultant. Her initial degree was in physiotherapy, followed by a Master’s degree in ergonomics, and a Doctorate on the influence of an organisation on employees' retirement intentions. Her current research projects include developing a model of sustainable work to facilitate longer working lives, and using evidence to guide risk managements in organisations to reduce the risks of stress and MSDs.

 
 

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Climate
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CSG June 2026 event - 

Presenter: Sam Hall, Researcher & PhD Candidate, La Trobe University


Climate change as an OHS issue

Presented by: Sam Hall, Researcher & PhD Candidate, La Trobe University

How: CSG Lunchtime Presentation - via zoom or in person

Date: Tuesday 9 June 2026, noon
Non-Members welcome to attend

Climate change as an OHS issue
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.
Sam will present preliminary findings on the perceptions of climate-related risks at work. She will also discuss how workplaces may respond proactively to climate change as an OHS and work design issue.
The talk will be followed by audience questions and discussion.
Our members always appreciate hearing about new research, especially as it stimulates new thinking and inspires innovation in OHS management. Come along for your monthly dose of inspiration from CSG!

About the Speaker:

Sam Hall is a qualified physiotherapist and ergonomist with 20 years’ experience across occupational health and safety, rehabilitation, wellbeing, coaching, and education.
She is currently a graduate researcher completing a PhD at La Trobe University’s Climate Change Adaptation Lab, investigating the climate change impacts on health at work.
Sam holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and a Masters of Health Science (Ergonomics) from the University of Queensland, and a Masters of Health Science (OHS) from Queensland Institute of Technology.

Date: Tuesday 9 June 2026
Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Where: Regus Yarra Room, 50th floor, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne. Our thanks to Helen O'Keefe for providing the venue.
How: Online via Zoom or in person - the link will be sent out on the afternoon of the Monday preceding the event
N.B. A video recording of the session will be available on the website exclusively for financial members.
Cost: Financial members* free. Others $15
RSVP: COB Monday 8 June 2026. Online using our RSVP form
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The Zoom event link will be emailed on the afternoon of Monday 8 June.

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