by Marc Ring | Apr 14, 2024 | Reforms, Workers Compensation
WorkSafe Victoria has implemented significant reforms to the WorkCover scheme under the Scheme Modernisation Act, effective from 31 March 2024. In response, these changes aim to balance sustainability with ongoing support for injured workers. Discover the key...
by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 18, 2023 | Injury Prevention, Work Health & Safety, Workplace safety
WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW have launched a cross-border blitz targeting falls from heights and silica exposure. In NSW construction sites, falls from heights have been the number one cause of traumatic fatalities. In August, proactive inspections in VIC and...
by ABILITY GROUP | Sep 4, 2023 | Investigations, Workers Compensation
Fraud within compensation schemes undermines trust, increases costs, and places unnecessary strain on employers, insurers, and genuine claimants. Recent enforcement actions highlight a zero tolerance approach, with a fraudster ordered to repay compensation. This case...
by ABILITY GROUP | Jul 5, 2019 | Manual Handling, Work Health & Safety
Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) compliance is more than a legal requirement, it’s a cornerstone of protecting employees and ensuring business sustainability. Non?compliance can lead to costly compensation claims, reputational damage, and reduced productivity. For...
