by ABILITY GROUP | Oct 10, 2021 | Claim costs, Claim management, Workers Compensation
Workplace Covid-19 infections in Australia could drive compensation costs up to $638M over the next year as restrictions ease in NSW. Experts warn employers may face lawsuits from staff infected at work, with SIRA reporting 1,590 Covid-19 compensation claims since...
by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 27, 2021 | Injury Management, Injury Prevention, Work Health Program
Work hardening helps prevent injuries and supports a safe return to work after illness or absence. Why are Work Hardening Programs Important? Work hardening prevents injuries, supports recovery, and eases early role-related soreness. What is a Work Hardening Program?...
by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 13, 2021 | Claims, Workers Compensation
Earlier in 2021 changes were made to the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017. The changes limit employers’ ability to recover motor accident costs under CTP Insurance, reducing workers’ comp premium impact Since 1 March 2021, NSW workers with minor motor accident...
by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 6, 2021 | Work Health & Safety, Work Health Program, Workers Compensation, Workplace safety
Every October, Safe Work Australia leads a national campaign to raise awareness about workplace health and safety. Since 2009, this initiative has encouraged businesses across Australia to commit to creating safe and healthy workplaces for all employees. October marks...
by ABILITY GROUP | Aug 20, 2021 | Injury Management, Uncategorized
Australia’s past Covid-19 strategies are failing against the current Delta outbreak. The Government’s focus is consequently now firmly on vaccination rates. With some business mandating COVID vaccinations in the workplace what are the rights & obligations?...
