National Safe Work Month

National Safe Work Month

October is National Safe Work Month in Australia, a time to recommit to workplace health and safety. The 2025 theme is “Safety: Every Job, Every Day”, reminding all industries that safety must be a daily priority.

At ABILITY GROUP, we believe that safe workplaces are the foundation of strong businesses and thriving communities.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Workers Compensation

Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Workers Compensation

Under the Workers Compensation Act 1987 illnesses caused through a work environment may be considered a workers compensation claim. SIRA has therefore confirmed the Coronavirus (COVID-19) disease related illnesses may be considered valid claims. Employers are also able to reprocess premiums if their wages drop more than 30%.

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Mental Health

Mental Health

Mental health issues are the 3rd most frequent health condition after cancer & health disease.  This means supervisors are likely to be managing workers suffering from a mental illness. We have identified common mental health hazards & workplace risk mitigation strategies.

An increasing concern for many businesses are the risks of mental health related incidents, injuries and resulting workers compensation claims.

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