Workplace injury recoveries are naturally focused on from a physical lens among injured workers and employers. However, physical injuries are more than meets the eye. A biopsychosocial injury management approach can have positive benefits. SO what does biopsychosocial injury management mean & what are the benefits?
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The proposed amendment to the Dust Diseases Act 1942 aims to strengthen support for workers with dust?related injuries.
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On 30 June 2022, the New South Wales Supreme Court handed down a significant decision in Matinca v Coalroc (No 5) [2022] NSWSC 844. The case involved an underground coal miner who suffered severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures, after a motor vehicle accident while travelling home from work. The accident occurred approximately 260 kilometres (2.5 hours) from the workplace, and the employee’s legal team argued it was caused by work?induced fatigue.
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The food delivery industry has rapidly expanded as part of the gig economy, with riders using cars, scooters, motorbikes, and bicycles to deliver meals across New South Wales. While convenient for customers, this work exposes riders to road hazards, fatigue, and unsafe practices. SafeWork NSW has stepped in to strengthen protections and ensure riders are treated as workers under workplace health and safety laws
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In warehouses, factories, shipping yards, freight terminals and other workplaces across Australia, forklifts are used to lift, stack and transfer loads. While forklifts offer a practical materials handling solution for many businesses, each year they continue to be associated with workplace deaths and injuries.
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In New South Wales, over half a million young people under 25 are part of the workforce, spanning industries from hospitality to construction. Unfortunately, more than 15,000 young workers are injured each year, costing around $60 million in workers’ compensation claims. These figures highlight the urgent need for employers to prioritise safety and provide the right support.
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