Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) compliance is more than a legal requirement, it’s a cornerstone of protecting employees and ensuring business sustainability. Non?compliance can lead to costly compensation claims, reputational damage, and reduced productivity. For businesses like those supported by ABILITY GROUP, keeping WHS policies up to date is essential for long?term success.
The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) have commissioned an independent review of the performance and compliance of the NSW Workers Compensation Nominal Insurer - icare.
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Workers' compensation in New South Wales (NSW) has traditionally focused on physical injuries. However, psychological injury claims have doubled in the past six years, reflecting greater awareness of mental health and workplace stress. This has led to a sharp increase in medical and psychological payments, placing pressure on the NSW Nominal Insurer (icare) and the businesses that fund the scheme.
(more…)In New South Wales (NSW), workers' compensation claims often involve employees with pre?existing health conditions such as chronic illnesses, past injuries, or degenerative diseases. These conditions complicate claim assessments and can significantly influence employer premiums. Understanding how the system treats pre?existing issues is essential for businesses navigating icare and the NSW Nominal Insurer.
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Compliance Monitoring Audits conducted by Fair Work Ombudsman in NSW, Victoria & Queensland has recovered more than $580,000 in unpaid wages following a number of audits that uncovered employer's non-compliance with Australia's workplace laws.
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