Workers Compensation is designed to protect both employees and employers when workplace injuries occur. For businesses, navigating the complexities of claims, premiums, and rehabilitation can be challenging. Miscommunication, inconsistent information, and frequent changes in case managers often add to the confusion.
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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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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.
[Must Read] COVID-19 NSW Workers Compensation loophole closed for nurses, paramedics & other essential workers including Health, Education, Hospitality, Entertainment, Construction & Retail.
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Mental health issues are the 3rd most frequent health condition after cancer & heart disease. This means supervisors are likely to be managing workers with mental illness. We have identified common mental health hazards & workplace risk mitigation strategies.
A significant contributor to employee absence is workplace bullying. Workplace bullying is reflective of a persistent pattern of mistreatment from others causing either physical or emotional harm, typically through humiliation, verbal and physical means.