by Marc Ring | May 11, 2015 | Claim costs, Work Health & Safety, Work Health Program, Workers Compensation
According to NSW Government’s Get Healthy At Work, Australians spend one third of their lives at work, so being healthy at work can have some big benefits. Healthier employees are alert, fitter and more resilient against illness. A successful workplace health program...
by Marc Ring | Apr 13, 2015 | Claim costs, Work Health & Safety, Work Health Program, Workers Compensation
The workers’ compensation system, processes and insurers often hold the employer liable for the full claims costs. At ABILITY GROUP, we advocate for clients and partners to secure the best possible outcomes for their businesses and injured workers. From our...
by Marc Ring | Apr 13, 2015 | Claim costs, Work Health & Safety, Work Health Program, Workers Compensation
There is growing evidence sitting or a sedentary lifestyle can result in chronic and even deadly health conditions. Many assume it is mostly office workers who are spending increasing time sitting yet there are many jobs that are also at risk. Majority of time sitting...
by ABILITY GROUP | Feb 20, 2015 | Consulting, Human Resources, Work Health & Safety
We talk with businesses of all sizes across industries and many decide not to invest in pre-employment assessments or medicals before hiring employees. We also regularly speak with businesses that end up paying significantly more due to the impacts from what at times...
by Marc Ring | Feb 18, 2015 | Consulting, Work Health Program, Workers Compensation
Businesses often seek ways to improve productivity and reduce absenteeism. Research also shows that Australian businesses with a successful work health program can experience up to 3 times higher productivity, lower sick leave and injuries, as well as better employee...
by Marc Ring | Jan 23, 2015 | Consulting, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
A recent paper commissioned by Safe Work Australia confirms businesses that invest in workplace safety receive cost and productivity benefits that provide a positive Return on Investment (ROI). As WorkCover NSW plans to implement changes for medium to large businesses...
