CTP Changes Impact Recoveries
Earlier in 2021 changes were made to the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017. The changes limit employers’ ability to recover motor accident costs under CTP Insurance, reducing workers’ comp premium impact
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National Safe Work Month
Every October, Safe Work Australia leads a national campaign to raise awareness about workplace health and safety. Since 2009, this initiative has encouraged businesses across Australia to commit to creating safe and healthy workplaces for all employees.
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COVID Vaccinations in the Workplace
Australia’s past Covid-19 strategies are failing against the current Delta outbreak. The Government’s focus is consequently now firmly on vaccination rates. With some business mandating COVID vaccinations in the workplace what are the rights & obligations?
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Updated Wages Definition
With the ongoing COVID pandemic & restrictions imposed, many employers have had no choice but to stand down employees, reduce hours or accessing government aid schemes such as job keeper. icare has consequently updated it Wages Definition manual to assist businesses.
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Mental Health Claims Businesses Impact
Mental health claims are rising sharply in Australia, creating significant financial and cultural challenges for businesses. ABILITY GROUP helps employers manage these risks, reduce premiums, and build safer, healthier workplaces.
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Working from Home Ergonomic Practices
Due to the recent lockdowns and increasing cases in NSW, more and more people are working from home. It is very important that workers are aware of their work environment and to ensure that healthy work practices are applied at home.
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