by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 10, 2024 | Claim costs, Claim management, Health & Wellbeing, Human Resources, Injury Prevention, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation, Workplace safety
Pre-employment Functional Assessments offer a cost-effective way to evaluate if candidates can safely perform job tasks based on their physical and medical capacity. Background Medical practice has shifted from static principles to data-driven methods like clinical...
by Marc Ring | Aug 19, 2024 | Bullying, Health & Wellbeing, Injury Prevention, Managing Psychosocial Hazards, Work Health & Safety
Respect in the workplace is a cornerstone of healthy and productive work environments. In Australia, fostering respect at work has become a significant focus, driven by legislative changes and a growing awareness of the importance of a respectful workplace culture. So...
by ABILITY GROUP | Aug 12, 2024 | Work Health & Safety
In a landmark move to strengthen workplace safety, the New South Wales Government has officially enacted the Work Health and Safety Amendment (Industrial Manslaughter) Act 2024. What Is Industrial Manslaughter? Industrial manslaughter refers to the death of a worker...
by Marc Ring | Jul 31, 2024 | Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
Earlier today, ABILITY GROUP owners Julie and Marc met with NSW Minister Sophie Cotsis to discuss workplace safety. They shared insights, highlighted challenges, proposed improvements, and explored how ABILITY GROUP can further support workers compensation and WHS....
by ABILITY GROUP | Jul 15, 2024 | Work Health & Safety
Many businesses fail to understand the importance of worker consultations. Under WHS laws, employers or PCBUs must consult workers on health and safety matters that may affect them. Workers must also have an opportunity to express their views & contribute to any...