New laws have been enforced in Western Australia making employers responsible for managing and preventing psychosocial risks.

Psychosocial risks include anything which could psychologically harm a staff member such as harassment and bullying.

UnionsWA Secretary Owen Whittle told 6PR Perth Live the laws are well overdue.

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“While it’s always been implied, its never really been stepped out,” said Mr Whittle.

“No worker should be exposed to harassment or violence.” He continued.