by Marc Ring | Jun 24, 2024 | Injury Prevention, Managing Psychosocial Hazards, Occupational Violence, Work Health & Safety
Psychological risks in the workplace, often referred to as psychosocial hazards, can significantly impact employees’ mental health and overall well-being. These risks stem from how work is organised, social dynamics, and the work environment itself. Identifying and addressing these risks is crucial for maintaining a healthy and productive workforce. The NSW Government has launched a new strategy to tackle psychological risks, aligned with the Code of Practice.
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by Marc Ring | Jun 3, 2024 | Premium, Workers Compensation
Businesses with workers compensation insurance must declare the actual wages paid during their policy period. This declaration is essential for calculating your Adjusted Premium, which ensures you pay the correct amount and contribute fairly to the scheme.
ABILITY GROUP’s Declaring Wages Guide & Support is designed to help businesses navigate this process with confidence. Whether you’re a small business owner or managing a large workforce, understanding wage declarations is key to staying compliant and managing costs effectively.
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by Marc Ring | May 28, 2024 | Breaking News, Premium, Workers Compensation
icare confirmed today that NSW workers compensation premiums will increase by the maximum allowed. This represents an average of 8% as previously communicated. Businesses already facing higher costs will be required to manage workplace injuries, workers compensation claims and related matters much more closely or face significantly higher premiums in subsequent years.
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by Marc Ring | May 6, 2024 | Uncategorized, Work Health & Safety, Workplace safety
Forklift safety can be enhanced through collaboration between workers and businesses. Forklifts are widely used in workplaces across Australia, but they are also responsible for numerous deaths and injuries each year, leading to significant financial and human costs. In February 2024, a Victorian company was fined $1.3M for Industrial Manslaughter resulting from a forklift-related death and so we wanted to highlight the importance of forklift safety.
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by Marc Ring | Apr 21, 2024 | Workers Compensation
The Workers Compensation and Injury Management Bill 2023 is a complete rewrite of the Western Australian workers compensation legislation. Modernising WA’s Workers Compensation Laws via the new Act is the culmination of an extensive review and consultation process. The commencement date for the new Act is 1 July 2024.
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