SafeWork Australia has released 2015/16 workers compensation data that shows serious claim costs increased by 30%. It is important for employers to provide a safe workplace & training to help prevent injuries. Data indicated certain age groups & industries are at risk.
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The NSW workers’ compensation scheme has undergone significant changes in recent years, impacting employers, insurers, and injured workers. ABILITY GROUP has provided updates to help businesses navigate these transitions effectively.
Key Changes in Claim Management
The transition aimed to simplify claim management under a single agent (EML), reduce confusion for employers, and improve efficiency in handling workers’ compensation claims. However, businesses needed to adapt quickly to avoid disruptions and ensure compliance.
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Title: Significant NSW workers compensation reforms passed: What employers need to know
Read time: 5+ mins
On 26 April 2017, Insurance & Care NSW (icare) announced significant changes to the NSW workers’ compensation scheme, reshaping the way claims would be managed from 2018 onward. This announcement followed CGU’s earlier decision to exit the scheme, prompting icare to streamline its agent model.
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All workers’ compensation merit reviews by Icare can be challenged through judicial review in the NSW Supreme Court. A party may seek to have a decision set aside and returned to icare for reconsideration. After each challenge, Icare assesses the impact on the dispute, the Merit Review Service, and the broader scheme. Despite thousands of merit review applications finalised, only one administrative law challenge has been decided by the NSW Supreme Court.
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An accident at the Sydney Royal Easter Show left several employees badly injured while playing on the super-slide at 12:20 a.m., after the show had closed. Given the severity of the injuries, WorkCover NSW is investigating.
This situation reminds us of the frequent questions from clients and partners: What exactly does workers’ compensation cover? Unfortunately for business owners, workers’ compensation operates as a no-fault system. Because each scheme—state-based, specialised licenses, or national, differs, there is no simple answer. What is clear, however, is that businesses must remain vigilant and cautious.
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It’s a normal thing to stretch before you go for a run or before you start a game. People are aware of the benefits and reasons to do this. The same benefits from stretching apply in day to day work life. Whether in an office or on a worksite, being “ready” for work can increase productivity and minimise risk of injury. A tailored Workplace Stretching Program can greatly reduce musculoskeletal disorders and work injuries.
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