Humn Blog

The Safety Net Has Holes. 2026 Just Made Them Bigger.

As organisations move into 2026, many are still managing psychosocial issues, incidents and complaints through investigations that focus on individuals rather than systems. This article from Humn explores how investigation language shapes psychosocial safety, culture and risk, why traditional HR investigations may miss the real causes of harm and what leaders must do differently to reduce psychosocial risk and build safer, more resilient workplaces.

Humn Knowledge and Thought leadership Why Psychosocial Safety Matters The landscape of workplace safety is changing - FAST. Mental health, trust and culture are now central to business risk and performance. Psychosocial safety is no longer a cultural ideal. It is a legal and strategic requirement that demands attention from every leader and board member. At Humn we believe the most successful organisations are those that design environments where people feel safe, respected a

As national psychosocial safety standards gain traction, many organisations are asking what it really takes to create safe, supportive and thriving workplaces. At Humn, we go beyond awareness to deliver integrated, expert-led solutions across WHS, Psychology and HR. Our approach helps organisations take meaningful action, reduce risk and build a culture where people and performance can truly flourish.

Clearing Up the 17 Psychosocial Hazards

When leaders excuse poor behaviour with “that’s just how they are,” it can quietly become a psychosocial hazard. In this blog, Humn explores a recent Fair Work case that highlights the legal and cultural risks of leadership inaction. Learn how inaction erodes trust, drives good people away, and puts your organisation at risk and how Humn helps leaders take meaningful action to build safer, more accountable workplaces.

Supporting, Not Silencing: Rethinking Psychosocial Investigations in the Workplace