by ABILITY GROUP | May 15, 2023 | Work Health & Safety
he case of No SWMS $450,000 Fine for ABILITY GROUP highlights the serious consequences of ignoring workplace safety compliance in Australia. Without Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), businesses risk worker safety, heavy financial penalties, and reputational damage....
by ABILITY GROUP | May 8, 2023 | Work Health & Safety
Work Health & Safety (WHS) terminology can be confusing & a particular phrase we get asked about is, what’s a PCBU? A PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) is any entity that performs work under WHS laws. It is important to note that a PCBU...
by ABILITY GROUP | Mar 16, 2023 | Injury Prevention, Work Health & Safety, Workplace safety
A recent WorkSafe Victoria prosecution has highlighted the severe consequences businesses face when they fail to meet their Work Health & Safety (WHS) obligations. A crane company was fined $400,000 after a major safety breach resulted in a worker’s death and...
by ABILITY GROUP | Feb 20, 2023 | Work Health & Safety, Workplace safety
Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) plans are essential for protecting workers, reducing risks, and ensuring organisations meet their legal obligations. No matter the industry, a well?structured WHS plan provides the framework needed to prevent incidents, support safe...
by ABILITY GROUP | Nov 28, 2022 | Claims, Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
The rise in mental health claims in workers’ compensation highlights a growing challenge for employers, insurers, and regulators. With psychological injuries now representing a significant portion of workplace claims, the system faces mounting pressure to...
