Reducing Workplace Stress Related Illnesses

Reducing Workplace Stress Related Illnesses

Workplace stress has become one of the most significant challenges for modern organisations. According to the World Health Organisation, poor working environments—such as excessive workloads, low job control, and job insecurity- pose serious risks to mental health. Globally, depression and anxiety cost businesses 12 billion working days annually, equating to US$1 trillion in lost productivity.

For employers, this highlights the urgent need to address stress-related illnesses. ABILITY GROUP, specialists in workers’ compensation, health, and safety, provides tailored strategies to help organizations reduce stress and protect employee wellbeing.

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Hazardous Chemical Exposure

Hazardous Chemical Exposure

According to Safework, exposure to chemicals is 100% preventable. Reducing exposure to hazardous chemicals at work is essential to creating a healthy, safe & productive workplace. It is also a key focus area in the Work Health & Safety Roadmap 2022. Workers that were exposed to hazardous chemicals has recent resulted in the conviction and company fine of $110,000.

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SIRA’s Workers Compensation Assist Pilot

SIRA’s Workers Compensation Assist Pilot

Navigating the workers' compensation system can be overwhelming for injured employees, with complex processes, multiple stakeholders, and uncertainty about rights and responsibilities. To address these challenges, the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) has launched the Workers Compensation Assist Pilot, an initiative designed to provide impartial guidance and recovery support to workers in New South Wales.

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