Employer Abuses Drug Policy
Drug?free workplace policies are designed to promote safety and productivity. For businesses like ABILITY GROUP, ensuring compliance while maintaining fairness is essential for both reputation and workforce trust.
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Gaoled for Forgery
A carpenter who was found to have forged medical certificates in order to continue to receive payments under his workers compensation claim, has been gaoled for 9 months. The court also has ordered him to re-pay $112,975 in fruadlent payments received under the claim.
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Company Penalised For No Records
Federal Circuit Court has ordered an owner and operator of two Sushi food outlets to pay $108,000 of penalties following a Fair Work audit that identified they failed to keep proper pay records and conditions.
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FWO 2019-20 Priorities
The (FWO), led by Sandra Parker, announced its compliance and enforcement priorities for 2019–20. With increased powers and resources, the agency emphasised deterrence and accountability, particularly in industries where workers are most at risk.
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Workplace Bullying & Claim Management
Workplace bullying, a persistent pattern of mistreatment causing physical or emotional harm, is a major driver of employee absence.
(more…)Worker Pre-Existing Health Issues
In New South Wales (NSW), workers’ compensation claims often involve employees with pre?existing health conditions such as chronic illnesses, past injuries, or degenerative diseases. These conditions complicate claim assessments and can significantly influence employer premiums. Understanding how the system treats pre?existing issues is essential for businesses navigating icare and the NSW Nominal Insurer.
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