It isn’t surprising Australians call the December to January period the silly season. It is one of the busiest times of the year & one of the most dangerous periods for workers. It is therefore important for businesses to be aware of risks of physical injuries & mental health mental health in the workplace at this time of year. (more…)
Many businesses are unsure what to do when they have an employee with a non-work related injury. Common questions that arise include; As an employer, what is my role? Can the injury become a workers compensation claim? Where can I get help?
Workplace injuries can have dramatic business impacts. Current legislation means the effective management of workers compensation claims is essential in minimising increases to your workers insurance premiums as well as reducing other business impacts.
Late last night (Monday 4th August 2020) following a sensational upper house NSW Parliamentary Inquiry, icare CEO John Nagle has resigned and has had his bonus stripped.
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Human Resources (HR) can be complex & our goal is to make HR easier for businesses. We often hear of many uncertainties or myths. In this article we cover some common misconceptions including; warnings prior to termination, employment contracts & negative references.