All workers, future workers and self-employed people should feel safe in their workplace. Employers have the obligation to protect workers from such situations, including sexual harassment, bullying or discrimination, as a person or company can be liable unless they can prove that they took all preventative steps to stop the harassment. As of 6 March 2023, workplace sexual harassment is prohibited under the Fair Work Act.
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A recent State Insurance Regulatory Authroity (SIRA) outcome we see as a signifcant outcome for the NSW Workers compensation scheme following a Blacktown resident being convicted & sentenced for defrauding the NSW workers compensation scheme.
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Employers are seeing rising numbers of mental health claims from their workers with these worker compensation claims set to double by 2030. This huge increase in mental health-related also means extra costs for employers and insurers. if recent trends continue, costs could triple in real terms.
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SIRA has established a team of inspectors to focus on improving employer compliance with injury management and return to work-obligations. This expert team will ensure compliance, enforcement and offer advice so that employers meet their obligations to their injured workers and support their Return to Work (RTW) recovery process.
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SIRA and the Australian Rehabilitation Providers Association (ARPA) have partnered to offer a service using workplace discussions to help improve return to work outcomes for people with psychological injuries.
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On the 6th of October icare announced a significant change aimed to improve the current workers compensation claims management program with the selection of six Claims Management Service Providers. New Claims Service providers commence 1 January 2023 & we see this as a positive change to help drive improved outcomes for employers & workers alike.
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