GPSN: A Global Movement for Psychosocial Safety in the Workplace
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Ballroom 2 - In-Person Only
| Tuesday, June 23, 2026 |
| 1:55 PM - 2:15 PM |
Overview
Chanelle Mcenallay & Dr Tessa Bailey, Ramsay Health Care Limited
Presenter
Dr Tessa Bailey
CEO
The Opus Centre
GPSN: A Global Movement for Psychosocial Safety in the Workplace
Presentation Overview
Want to know how psychosocial safety is done around the world? Employers and health and safety professionals are sharing their successes, challenges and learnings to help others across the globe learn from their experience.
The Global Psychosocial Safety Network (GPSN) is redefining workplace wellbeing through collective experience, leadership and evidence informed action to address psychosocial risk management, equal to physical safety.
Established as a business led, not-for-profit initiative, GPSN unites global leaders, practitioners, and innovators in a shared mission: to co-create and implement evidence-based strategies that tackle the systemic nature of psychosocial hazards in modern work environments.
Data from psychosocial risk assessments conducted around the world will be shared, enabling the identification of common sources of psychosocial hazards, and any relevant response resources across different sectors and cultural contexts.
These findings have been systematically tracked over time, providing valuable insights into the most effective interventions for reducing risk. This evidence informed approach not only supports continuous improvement but also helps organisations adopt proven strategies for enhancing psychosocial safety in the workplace.
The GPSN’s strategic direction is firmly aligned with international standards such as ISO 45003 and ILO guidelines, providing members with best practice supports including benchmarking tools, regulatory intelligence, certification pathways, collaborative events, webinars, technical clinics, summits, and thought leadership that is shaping the future of workplace mental health.
Whether you are a policymaker, practitioner, or advocate, this presentation will demonstrate how GPSN is not only addressing the rise in awareness of psychosocial safety but also leading a global movement to transform the way we work, live, and lead. By recognising and proactively managing these diverse psychosocial hazards, organisations can foster workplaces that are safer, healthier, and more productive delivering lasting benefits to individuals, teams, and communities across the world.
The Global Psychosocial Safety Network (GPSN) is redefining workplace wellbeing through collective experience, leadership and evidence informed action to address psychosocial risk management, equal to physical safety.
Established as a business led, not-for-profit initiative, GPSN unites global leaders, practitioners, and innovators in a shared mission: to co-create and implement evidence-based strategies that tackle the systemic nature of psychosocial hazards in modern work environments.
Data from psychosocial risk assessments conducted around the world will be shared, enabling the identification of common sources of psychosocial hazards, and any relevant response resources across different sectors and cultural contexts.
These findings have been systematically tracked over time, providing valuable insights into the most effective interventions for reducing risk. This evidence informed approach not only supports continuous improvement but also helps organisations adopt proven strategies for enhancing psychosocial safety in the workplace.
The GPSN’s strategic direction is firmly aligned with international standards such as ISO 45003 and ILO guidelines, providing members with best practice supports including benchmarking tools, regulatory intelligence, certification pathways, collaborative events, webinars, technical clinics, summits, and thought leadership that is shaping the future of workplace mental health.
Whether you are a policymaker, practitioner, or advocate, this presentation will demonstrate how GPSN is not only addressing the rise in awareness of psychosocial safety but also leading a global movement to transform the way we work, live, and lead. By recognising and proactively managing these diverse psychosocial hazards, organisations can foster workplaces that are safer, healthier, and more productive delivering lasting benefits to individuals, teams, and communities across the world.
Biography
Dr. Tessa Bailey is a leading expert in psychosocial safety and workplace mental health. As CEO and Principal Psychologist at the OPUS Centre for Psychosocial Risk, she develops evidence-based strategies to enhance worker health and productivity. With over a decade of experience in research and applied practice, her expertise involves building organisational systems and sustainable workplace interventions to better manage psychosocial risk. A published author and sought-after speaker, Dr. Bailey’s work has been cited in national policy reports. She has collaborated with diverse industries, government agencies, and academic institutions to create healthier and more productive workplaces.
Chanelle McEnallay
Group Chief Safety Officer
Ramsay Health Care Limtied
GPSN: A Global Movement for Psychosocial Safety in the Workplace
Presentation Overview
Want to know how psychosocial safety is done around the world? Employers and health and safety professionals are sharing their successes, challenges and learnings to help others across the globe learn from their experience.
The Global Psychosocial Safety Network (GPSN) is redefining workplace wellbeing through collective experience, leadership and evidence informed action to address psychosocial risk management, equal to physical safety.
Established as a business led, not-for-profit initiative, GPSN unites global leaders, practitioners, and innovators in a shared mission: to co-create and implement evidence-based strategies that tackle the systemic nature of psychosocial hazards in modern work environments.
Data from psychosocial risk assessments conducted around the world will be shared, enabling the identification of common sources of psychosocial hazards, and any relevant response resources across different sectors and cultural contexts.
These findings have been systematically tracked over time, providing valuable insights into the most effective interventions for reducing risk. This evidence informed approach not only supports continuous improvement but also helps organisations adopt proven strategies for enhancing psychosocial safety in the workplace.
The GPSN’s strategic direction is firmly aligned with international standards such as ISO 45003 and ILO guidelines, providing members with best practice supports including benchmarking tools, regulatory intelligence, certification pathways, collaborative events, webinars, technical clinics, summits, and thought leadership that is shaping the future of workplace mental health.
Whether you are a policymaker, practitioner, or advocate, this presentation will demonstrate how GPSN is not only addressing the rise in awareness of psychosocial safety but also leading a global movement to transform the way we work, live, and lead. By recognising and proactively managing these diverse psychosocial hazards, organisations can foster workplaces that are safer, healthier, and more productive delivering lasting benefits to individuals, teams, and communities across the world.
Three Key Learnings
1. Learn how to manage psychosocial risk in pragmatic and valuable ways.
2. Gain insights into why workers engage in negative behaviours that undermine culture.
3. Share in key knowledge and experience from a global world-first network dedicated to psychosocial safety.
The Global Psychosocial Safety Network (GPSN) is redefining workplace wellbeing through collective experience, leadership and evidence informed action to address psychosocial risk management, equal to physical safety.
Established as a business led, not-for-profit initiative, GPSN unites global leaders, practitioners, and innovators in a shared mission: to co-create and implement evidence-based strategies that tackle the systemic nature of psychosocial hazards in modern work environments.
Data from psychosocial risk assessments conducted around the world will be shared, enabling the identification of common sources of psychosocial hazards, and any relevant response resources across different sectors and cultural contexts.
These findings have been systematically tracked over time, providing valuable insights into the most effective interventions for reducing risk. This evidence informed approach not only supports continuous improvement but also helps organisations adopt proven strategies for enhancing psychosocial safety in the workplace.
The GPSN’s strategic direction is firmly aligned with international standards such as ISO 45003 and ILO guidelines, providing members with best practice supports including benchmarking tools, regulatory intelligence, certification pathways, collaborative events, webinars, technical clinics, summits, and thought leadership that is shaping the future of workplace mental health.
Whether you are a policymaker, practitioner, or advocate, this presentation will demonstrate how GPSN is not only addressing the rise in awareness of psychosocial safety but also leading a global movement to transform the way we work, live, and lead. By recognising and proactively managing these diverse psychosocial hazards, organisations can foster workplaces that are safer, healthier, and more productive delivering lasting benefits to individuals, teams, and communities across the world.
Three Key Learnings
1. Learn how to manage psychosocial risk in pragmatic and valuable ways.
2. Gain insights into why workers engage in negative behaviours that undermine culture.
3. Share in key knowledge and experience from a global world-first network dedicated to psychosocial safety.
Biography
Chanelle McEnallay is the Group Chief Safety Officer of Ramsay Health Care Limited. This role looks at safety management systems of all the Ramsay facilities in the group, covering eight countries, over 530 hospitals and clinics who see more than 12 million patients and admissions every year. Chanelle is an experienced ASX50 Chief Risk Officer, WHS Professional, Injury Manager, Advanced Rehabilitation and Return to Work Manager, Workers’ Compensation Specialist, Workplace Trainer and Assessor and Auditor and is an admitted NSW Supreme Court Solicitor. Chanelle holds a Master of Laws from ANU and is a Director of the AIHS.
