Workplace Bullying & Claim Management
Workplace bullying, a persistent pattern of mistreatment causing physical or emotional harm, is a major driver of employee absence.
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NSW Nominal Insurer icare Review
The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) have commissioned an independent review of the performance and compliance of the NSW Workers Compensation Nominal Insurer - icare.
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Psychological & Medical Payments Rise
Workers' compensation in New South Wales (NSW) has traditionally focused on physical injuries. However, psychological injury claims have doubled in the past six years, reflecting greater awareness of mental health and workplace stress. This has led to a sharp increase in medical and psychological payments, placing pressure on the NSW Nominal Insurer (icare) and the businesses that fund the scheme.
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FWO Compliance Monitoring Audits
Compliance Monitoring Audits conducted by Fair Work Ombudsman in NSW, Victoria & Queensland has recovered more than $580,000 in unpaid wages following a number of audits that uncovered employer's non-compliance with Australia's workplace laws.
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Early Intervention Benefits
Early intervention practices can foster a happy & healthy workplace. Responding early to incidents or situations, can help prevent workers from becoming ill, taking long-term sick leave or submitting a workers compensation claim. Policies & procedures also play an important role.
Reducing Manual Handling Injuries
Hazardous manual tasks are the most common causes of workplace injuries with 29% of injuries at work relating to manual handling. We wanted to provide businesses with some key tips that can help you reduce the likelihood of injuries in your workplace.
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