Sudden Loss and the Grief that Follows Guide

While it may be human nature to look on the bright side and subscribe to the age old adage “it won’t happen to me”, many people have had to deal with the effects of the death of a loved one. This is arguably even more difficult if the death is employment related, as one expects people at work to be safe, protected from harm and return home at the end of a work workday.

However "it won't happen until it happens" sometimes happens and the grief that follows is a very powerful emotion.

This guide sets out some of the things that might need to happen straightaway and some other things that may help over a period of time following fatality. There is also information and details as to who may contact you and other organisations that are available for advice and support.  NT WorkSafe hopes that in some small way, the information in this guide will assist in difficult times f the unexpected happens.