Return to Work Following Injury
The Return to Work Process following an injury can often be daunting for everyone involved. So what can be done to help minimise risks and make the process as smooth as possible?
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New Hearing Test Requirements 2025
To help prevent hearing loss in the workplace, employers must provide hearing tests to workers who frequently use hearing protection to control noise that exceeds the exposure standard.
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New Return to Work Strategy
To support recovery, the National Return to Work Strategy 2020–2030 has been implemented by Safe Work Australia members. Embedding effective and practical RTW processes is critical within all-sized businesses.
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Zero Tolerance – Fraudster to Repay Compensation
Fraud within compensation schemes undermines trust, increases costs, and places unnecessary strain on employers, insurers, and genuine claimants. Recent enforcement actions highlight a zero tolerance approach, with a fraudster ordered to repay compensation. This case reinforces the importance of compliance, accountability, and vigilance in workplace law.
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Jail for Workers Compensation Fraudster
Amid rising pressure on workers comp, a Victorian business owner was jailed for 22 months and fined $350,000 for fraud.
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People Risks
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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