SIRA has recently announced a newly designed plan to improve poor return to work performance in the NSW workers compensation scheme. Return to work rates have progressively declined since 2015, with the number of workers unfit for work increasing exponentially.
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Employers who are currently eligible under the Authorised Provider (AP) model will have the ability to nominate Allianz, EML, GIO or QBE as their claims agent for the lodgment of new claims only. Since the rollout of the Authorised Provider model in 2020, for any employer who has changed claims service provider, their existing claims have remained with the previous provider for management.
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Effective claims management process typical requires a business to ensure they have practical WHS procedures, an efficient first response protocol, an embedded workplace injury process, early reporting, intervention and an tailored return to work plan to support their employee’s injury management. Workers compensation claims management process can be complex & we are here to make it easier for you.
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Early contact from the employer is important following a workplace injury and can improve the workers recovery and their return to work outcomes. Research shows that making early contact helps your worker feel supported in their recovery and when contact is maintained, they are more likely to achieve better recovery outcomes.
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Thousands of Australians have become infected with Covid-19 whilst at work and the costs associated with Covid-19 related claims are expected to reach as much as $638M over the next 12 months with the ease of restrictions and people returning to normal activities in NSW.
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Work hardening is an important injury prevention strategy used by many businesses to help minimise workplace injuries, risks & to assist workers return to work post injury, illness or long term absence. A Work Hardening Program is a allied health designed program to help workers to able to safely perform the required functions of their role. Why are Work Hardening Programs Important?
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