New NSW Industrial Manslaughter Laws
In a landmark move to strengthen workplace safety, the New South Wales Government has officially enacted the Work Health and Safety Amendment (Industrial Manslaughter) Act 2024.
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Importance of Worker Consultations
Many businesses fail to understand the importance of worker consultations. Under WHS laws, employers or PCBUs must consult workers on health and safety matters that may affect them. Workers must also have an opportunity to express their views & contribute to any decisions relating to their health & safety.
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Claims & Stakeholder Management
Managing stakeholders in a workplace injury claim can be complex, but each plays a vital role in the employee’s return to work.
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Modernising Victoria’s WorkCover Scheme
The key changes include new eligibility criteria for mental injury claims, an additional requirement for receiving weekly payments beyond 130 weeks as well as other changes.
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Responding to Worker Injuries
An employer’s response to worker injuries plays a vital role in supporting recovery. Employers’ efforts can either positively or negatively impact return-to-work outcomes, including the time it takes for your worker to recover. Workplace injuries vary, requiring employers to tailor their response
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