If you’re an employer in New South Wales, understanding the role of SIRA Inspectors isn’t just helpful — it’s essential. These regulatory officers from the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) are tasked with ensuring your business complies with workers compensation laws and return-to-work (RTW) obligations.
An NSW icare CSP manages workers’ compensation claims and helps injured workers return to work safely. There is an important change that ABILITY GROUP can now assist many more NSW businesses. What’s changed? How can ABILITY GROUP assist your business?
Pre-existing conditions can have a significant impact workers’ compensation claims. A pre-existing condition is any health issue that existed before a work-related injury or illness. These conditions can include chronic illnesses, previous injuries, mental health conditions, or degenerative diseases. So why are Pre-Existing Conditions important with workers compensation?
ABILITY GROUP is committed to helping our clients and partners understand the critical components of workers’ compensation. Now although workers compensation is a compulsory business insurance, the legislation varies in each of the Australian states and territories. A common core workers compensation medical document is a Certificate of Capacity. So what is a Certificate of Capacity and why are they important?
The festive season is a time for celebration, but it’s also a time when workplace safety must remain a top priority. Work Christmas parties, while a great way to boost morale and show appreciation for employees, can present unique safety challenges. Each year we aim to provide recommendations and work party safety tips to help you make sure your people have fun and prevent the work Christmas party hangover.