Wearable Technologies Study
The wearable technology study was implemented to look at innovations that enable positive healthy workplace cultures and systems to support a reduction in injuries in the workplace.
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Guidelines for hearing service providers
In 2021, SIRA developed the workers compensation guidelines for the approval of hearing services providers. This framework, if approved, aims to help hearing service providers support workers by delivering better treatment services and achieve better outcomes for employees with work-related hearing loss.
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RTW & Person Centred Approach
Evidence shows that better return to work outcomes result from a tailored, person-centred approach. A person-centred approach to recovery and return to work (RTW) improves employer engagement and RTW outcomes.
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SafeWork NSW – Japanese Encephalitis
Japanese Encephalitis (JE) is a rare but serious mosquito?borne disease. SafeWork NSW has issued a safety alert to help employers and workers understand the risks, prevention strategies, and workplace responsibilities. Several commercial piggeries had been infected with JEV, mostly in the southern, western, and New England areas of NSW, as well as in Queensland, Victoria & South Australia. SafeWork has provided information to assist businesses.
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Premium Predictability for NSW Businesses
The NSW Government has instructed icare to limit the average premium rate increase for NSW workers compensation to 2.9 per cent, ensuring predictability and stability for businesses.
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