Systems thinking in research involves a holistic approach to understanding complex phenomena by analyzing interconnections and relationships within a system. It goes beyond individual parts, focusing on emergent patterns and contextual influences. This approach helps researchers uncover key points of intervention, predict outcomes, and develop more effective solutions for intricate real-world problems.

Systems Thinking light motor vehicle report Research Report

The Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC) in collaboration with WorkSafe Victoria aimed to develop a prototype ‘systems thinking’ tool to review and revise control measures to prevent and manage light vehicle work-related driving incidents and near misses.

Authors: Newman, S

Keywords: Systems thinking; motor vehicle; prevention; incients

Date published: February 2022

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Systems thinking Motor Vehicle Case Studies Research Report

These case studies are part of the information for the final report for project 282.

Keywords: Case study; Systems thinking; Incident

Date published: March 2022

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Systems Thinking Work Related Violence in City Councils Research Report

The Victorian Government recently released a Guiding Principles document (May 2019) to aid the prevention and management of work-related violence within the Victorian Public Service. The goal of this project was to assist city councils, WorkSafe and other stakeholders to drive systemic change through strategic interventions to prevent work-related violence. A systems-thinking approach is required as a first step to better understand these incidents, review and revise existing risk controls and to develop feasible and practicable control measures. This report presents a brief summary of the key findings of the stages of the project.

Authors: Newman, S

Keywords: Violence; Systems thinking; Prevention; Workplace

Date published: August 2021

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Case Study 1 Research Report

Project 274 City Council Workplace Violence Incident Review. Case study 1 was an incident involving a parking officer who was verbally abused.

Keywords: Prevention; Violence; Case study

Date published: August 2021

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Case Study 2 Research Report

Project 274 City Council Workplace Violence Incident Review Case Study 2. This case study involves an in‐home community care provider employee who was sexually harassed while performing her normal fortnightly duties within a client’s home.

Keywords: Violence; Prevention; Harassment

Date published: August 2021

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