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Inquiry into mental health impacts of FIFO work arrangements

Education and Health Standing Committee (2013 - 2017)· 27 November 2014inquiry_report

This WA parliamentary committee report investigates the mental health impacts of FIFO work arrangements in the resources sector. It highlights risk factors like the demographic profile of FIFO workers (predominantly males aged 25-44), extended periods away from family, and workplace culture. The report calls for more research and better regulation to protect FIFO workers' mental wellbeing.

Impact

FIFO workers are at higher risk of mental health issues due to isolation, demanding rosters, and workplace culture. Families and host communities are also affected. The resources sector faces potential productivity losses and reputational damage.

mininghealthresourcespublic_sectorFIFOmental healthminingsuicideworkforceregulationresources sectorwellbeingrosteringisolationmental illnessemployee assistance programs

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