WorkSafe Victoria has implemented significant reforms to the WorkCover scheme under the Scheme Modernisation Act, effective from 31 March 2024. In response, these changes aim to balance sustainability with ongoing support for injured workers. Discover the key Victorian Schem Modernisation changes…
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Criminal liability in workplace fatalities has long been debated in NSW and across Australia. NSW industrial manslaughter laws hold businesses or individuals accountable for deaths caused by negligent or reckless workplace conduct. The NSW Government is currently reviewing public feedback before taking the next steps.
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Based on discussions with clients, the importance of early notification is not as widely known as expected. With workplace injuries, early notification, contact and support typically result in better health and recovery outcomes. Workers are more likely to stay or return when risks are managed and support starts early.
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In the past 10 years, incidents relating to livestock and bulk rural transport have cost over $24 million in workers compensation claims with 217,000 hours of lost time injuries. Many of these incidents/injuries have occurred when the vehicle is not being driven. SafeWork targets livestock safety & rural transport.
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An effective RTW system ensures safe, timely employee recovery and reintegration after injury or illness. We explore the components that are essential for developing an effective RTW System.
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