Businesses are faced with numerous different risks, yet anticipating and effectively managing their people risks is critical to building trust inside and outside of your business. With such risks posing major threats, effective risk management becomes a business imperative. What are the common risks Australian businesses should be aware of and address?
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Incident Notification: What Australian Businesses Must Know
Under Australia’s Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, businesses are legally required to record and report workplace hazards, injuries, and incidents. However, knowing exactly what to report, and to whom, can be confusing.
Read more: Incident NotificationA notifiable incident is a serious workplace event that must be reported to your WHS regulator. This includes:
When and How to Notify
If a notifiable incident occurs, you must:
Preserving the scene does not prevent you from helping the injured, removing a deceased person, making the site safe, or assisting police or inspectors.
Why It Matters
Failing to notify a notifiable incident can lead to significant legal and financial consequences. Prompt reporting ensures compliance, supports investigations, and helps prevent future harm.
For more information, visit SafeWork NSW’s Incident Notification page.
In an emergency, always call 000. For notifiable incidents, contact 13 10 50 immediately.
For all other help, contact our team to discuss.
Managing people effectively is essential for a safe, productive, and respectful workplace. However, concerns often arise when In many cases, the challenge lies in distinguishing between legitimate performance management and workplace bullying. Understanding the difference is critical for employers, leaders, and workers and it plays a major role in maintaining compliance with workplace health and safety obligations.
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If a worker is injured outside of work, do employers have obligations? A non-work-related injury/illness does not arise from employment.
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The holiday period, often called the Silly Season, is a time for joy, celebration, and connection. At ABILITY GROUP, we believe you can enjoy the festivities while keeping yourself, your loved ones, and your community safe. With COVID-19 still a consideration, it’s important to balance fun with responsibility.
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