The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) plays a vital role in ensuring workplace safety and recovery for injured employees across New South Wales. In response to the challenges posed by COVID?19 and the evolving needs of businesses, SIRA has rolled out new initiatives designed to strengthen both worker recovery and employer support.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted workplaces worldwide, and Australia is no exception. Beyond health and safety concerns, the virus has created new challenges in workers’ compensation, forcing employers, insurers, and regulators to adapt rapidly. For ABILITY GROUP, understanding these changes is vital to supporting businesses and employees during uncertain times.
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The Australian Government’s JobKeeper scheme, introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, was designed to keep employees connected to their workplaces and support businesses facing financial hardship. While JobKeeper provided vital relief, it also created complexities within the NSW workers compensation system, requiring regulatory clarification by the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA)
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The National Cabinet has determined that a national WHS guidance on COVID-19 will be developed through Safe Work Australia and is intended to support business to operate safely within the COVID-19 environment.
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Under the Workers Compensation Act 1987 illnesses caused through a work environment may be considered a workers compensation claim. SIRA has therefore confirmed the Coronavirus (COVID-19) disease related illnesses may be considered valid claims. Employers are also able to reprocess premiums if their wages drop more than 30%.
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