For the first time, since the introduction of the Fair Work Act’s National Employment Standards, the Australian High Court has provided a key ruling clarifying paid personal/carer’s leave. The High Court’s decision on 13th August 2020 importantly clarifies the method of accruing & taking paid personal/carer’s leave.
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Yesterday Four Corners, in conjunction with ABC & SMH, reported “Australia’s biggest workers compensation system icare faces looming financial disaster“. icare has since released a Statement on Four Corners & other reports highlighting that “claims have been previously addressed” & “some reports are misleading & inaccurate”.
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Given the risks, when required to work at heights it is important for the employer to take extra care & attention. Risk Assessments & Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) are required to be embedded as standard operating procedures. Failure to do can result in tragic events & fines.
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A quick recovery of an injured worker may not always be simple or easy. Workers agreeing to modified duties or reduced hours, can be beneficial to their well-being, assist with physical recovery and accelerate the return to work process.
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If you have an injured worker (IW) on an accepted Workers Compensation claim they are entitled to wages for any period that they are certified unfit to work. Annual leave & sick leave during workers compensation varies given workers compensation laws.
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