
We acknowledge Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to elders past and present.
Because of that, I put my money where my mouth was and went on to study occupational health and safety. In that time, I discovered I enjoyed talking to people and facilitating training sessions, which led me to full time safety roles. I haven’t looked back.
It requires a nuanced approach that is sensitive to the unique needs and experiences of First Nations people. It requires collaboration and consultation with the community to ensure that WHS policies are culturally appropriate, effective, and promote the wellbeing of all workers.
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