HR Risk | OH&S
All workplaces are susceptible to traumatic incidents.
Major accidents, explosions, fires, hold-ups, violence and terrorism can seriously impact the immediate operation of an organisation and, potentially, its long term viability. Many organisations have disaster recovery plans but these often neglect the human element. They assume that employees, despite the distress caused by a critical event, will be able to fulfil their roles. Sadly, proof points to the contrary: employees can become so debilitated that they simply cannot perform the duties expected of them at a
time when they are needed most.
While a disaster is an easily identifiable culprit for employee trauma, did you know more aftercare is required for non-disastrous incidents like corporate moves and mergers? Trauma is not a reactive process based on minimising the downsides of unforeseen events. It is a roactive management practice that strengthens your organisation by being prepared. Planning, training and coaching key staff are important aspects of an effective Trauma Strategy. IPS can guide you in strengthening these aspects and implementing best practices.
For more information about IPS Trauma Management Services, click here.
Case Study- The Victorian Alpine Fires of 2003
“Another exceedingly important decision was the engagement of IPS Worldwide (a provider of employee assistance and critical incident response services) to assist Departmental staff engaged on all aspects of the alpine fire.
Psychologists commenced a 24 hour service on 10 January 2003 and stayed for the remainder of the alpine fire. The equivalent of more than 50 days of on-site services were provided in 18 locations."
As extracted from the Department of Substainability and Environment Report, Victoria, regarding the Victorian Alpine Fires of early 2003.