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SafeWork Target Livestock Safety & Rural Transport
In the past 10 years, incidents relating to livestock and bulk rural transport have cost over $24 million in workers compensation claims with 217,000 hours of lost time injuries. Many of these incidents/injuries have occurred when the vehicle is...
Pre-existing Conditions
In the context of workers' compensation, a pre-existing condition refers to a medical condition or injury that an employee had prior to their employment or that existed before a workplace incident occurred. These conditions can include chronic...
Effective Return to Work (RTW) System
An effective RTW system ensures safe, timely employee recovery and reintegration after injury or illness. We explore the components that are essential for developing an effective RTW System. In our experience, an effective Return to Work (RTW)...
Rising Mental Health Claims
In recent years, Australia has witnessed a concerning surge in workers' compensation claims related to mental health issues. This trend highlights rising mental health awareness and the need for strong workplace support systems. We delve into the...