On 16 June 2022, the NSW Government enacted the Motor Accidents and Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Act 2022. This legislation introduced important updates to motor accident and workers ‘compensation laws, ensuring fairer treatment and stronger protections for workers, volunteers, and their families.
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In New South Wales, over half a million young people under 25 are part of the workforce, spanning industries from hospitality to construction. Unfortunately, more than 15,000 young workers are injured each year, costing around $60 million in workers’ compensation claims. These figures highlight the urgent need for employers to prioritise safety and provide the right support.
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The wearable technology study was implemented to look at innovations that enable positive healthy workplace cultures and systems to support a reduction in injuries in the workplace.
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In 2021, SIRA developed the workers compensation guidelines for the approval of hearing services providers. This framework, if approved, aims to help hearing service providers support workers by delivering better treatment services and achieve better outcomes for employees with work-related hearing loss.
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Evidence shows that better return to work outcomes result from a tailored, person-centred approach. A person-centred approach to recovery and return to work (RTW) improves employer engagement and RTW outcomes.
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The NSW Government has instructed icare to limit the average premium rate increase for NSW workers compensation to 2.9 per cent, ensuring predictability and stability for businesses.
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