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Is Something “Off” in Your Workplace Culture—But Hard to Pinpoint?
Toxic culture rarely starts loudly.
It creeps in through inconsistent leadership, bullying that goes unaddressed, poor communication, unmanageable workloads, and staff who are mentally checking out long before they resign.
If you're a small or medium business owner wondering why turnover is rising, morale is dropping, or productivity has flatlined…
You’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it.
Before problems become HR crises, identify the warning signs.
Download the Psychological & Pyschosocial Safety Checklist
A practical tool to help you quickly spot the hidden risks harming your team and your business.
Created specifically for SMEs.
Covers leadership, culture, communication, workloads, behaviour, training, reporting, environment & more.
Helps you diagnose whether your workplace is safe, resilient, and compliant.
Based on modern WHS expectations and psychosocial risk obligations.
Awesome Features
Our checklist is packed with practical, evidence-based indicators that help you quickly assess the health of your workplace culture. Every element is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and a structured way to identify risks before they escalate.
Expert-Backed Framework
Our checklist is built on trusted, evidence-based psychosocial safety principles, giving you a clear and reliable way to assess the health of your workplace culture. Each item is carefully designed to highlight real-world risks, strengthen compliance, and support safer, more resilient teams.
Comprehensive,
Easy-to-Use Categories
The checklist is organised into clear, practical sections—covering leadership, workloads, behaviour, communication, reporting, environment, and more—so you can quickly pinpoint where risks are emerging. Each category distils complex WHS requirements into simple, actionable checkpoints any manager can use with confidence.
Action-Focused
Insights
This checklist doesn’t just show you what’s wrong—it helps you understand what to do next. Each prompt is designed to spark meaningful conversations, guide early intervention, and support practical improvements that strengthen culture, wellbeing, and overall business performance.
Why This Checklist
Is Essential for SMEs
Small and medium-sized businesses often feel culture issues more intensely because:
One toxic employee can shift the entire team.
Leaders don’t always have HR support to intervene early.
Poor communication becomes amplified.
Poor communication becomes amplified.
Psychological safety issues escalate quietly.
WHS psychosocial compliance obligations are increasingly enforced.
This checklist helps you quickly identify the real root causes—not just the symptoms.
Who This is For
If you’ve ever thought “Something isn’t right here” but couldn’t pinpoint it, this checklist will give you clarity.
This resource is perfect for:
Business owners.
General managers
Team leaders
Practice managers
HR advisors in small teams
Anyone responsible for people and culture without formal HR support.
Our Happy Customers
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"Working with Catie Paterson at Blue Kite HR Consulting has been an absolute pleasure. Catie provides a truly personal and professional service that stands out. She takes the time to really listen and understand your needs, offering thoughtful and practical support every step of the way. Her caring approach and genuine commitment make all the difference. I can’t recommend her highly enough for anyone looking for expert HR guidance with a human touch."
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"I have had the pleasure of working with Catie Paterson and Blue Kite HR Consulting on numerous client engagements, and I highly recommend her expertise and approach. Catie delivers pragmatic, down-to-earth HR advice with a strong commercial lens, ensuring that solutions are not only practical but also drive meaningful business outcomes.
I would not hesitate to recommend Catie to any business seeking results-driven HR support."
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Genuine Customer
"Working with Catie and Blue Kite HR Consulting was an absolute game-changer for me during a difficult workplace dispute. Her expertise, professionalism, and unwavering support were invaluable.
I highly recommend Blue Kite HR Consulting to anyone facing workplace challenges. Catie is a true professional—knowledgeable, ethical, and dedicated to her clients' best interests. I am incredibly grateful for her support and would not hesitate to seek her guidance again."
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly does this checklist help me identify?
The checklist highlights early warning signs of psychosocial risks—such as poor leadership practices, bullying, unmanaged workloads, communication breakdowns, and cultural issues that may be harming team wellbeing or performance. It gives you a clear picture of what’s working and what needs attention.
Is this checklist compliant with current WHS psychosocial risk requirements?
Yes. The checklist is based on recognised psychosocial hazard categories aligned with WHS expectations. It helps employers understand their legal obligations and identify gaps that may require further action to stay compliant.
How long does it take to complete the checklist?
Most businesses can complete it in 10–15 minutes. It’s designed to be simple, practical, and easy for any manager, owner, or team leader to use—no HR background required.
Who should use this checklist in our business?
Owners, general managers, practice managers, HR advisors, team leaders, and anyone responsible for people and culture. It’s useful whether you’re addressing known issues or simply want to assess how healthy and safe your workplace environment really is.
What do I do if we score poorly in several areas?
A low score simply means you’ve gained valuable insight. The checklist is designed to guide early intervention—helping you prioritise where to start, what conversations to have, and what processes may need strengthening. You can also seek HR support to help plan your next steps.
Is this checklist only for businesses with obvious culture problems?
Not at all. Many workplaces have hidden or emerging issues that aren’t yet visible on the surface. This tool helps uncover risks early, before they escalate into turnover, conflict, burnout, or formal complaints.