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Workplace Noticeboard Requirements

Posted by Recovery Partners on Dec 14, 2017 12:24:07 PM

Noticeboards are a great communication tool but did you know that some states require specific information to be displayed in the workplace? Are you complying with these requirements? To help you...

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Industry News: New Rehabilitation Guidelines Adopted by icare

Posted by Recovery Partners on Dec 8, 2017 1:58:05 PM
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What are Prohibited Substances?

Posted by Recovery Partners on Dec 7, 2017 1:55:00 PM

Prohibited substances include any prescription or over-the-counter drugs, and any other legally or otherwise obtained substance that can impair a person’s judgment and functioning. In the workplace,...

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What's Involved In Manual Handling Training?

Posted by Recovery Partners on Nov 3, 2017 9:00:00 AM
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How to Build Core Strength for Heavy and Bilateral Lifts

Posted by Recovery Partners on Nov 2, 2017 3:30:00 PM

The body core; a series of muscles, including the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip complex and the shoulder structures that make up the torso. It consists of the abdomen muscles, the hips, the spine, and the...

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Warning: Employers Liable for Fatigue Injuries

Posted by Recovery Partners on Oct 9, 2017 2:45:00 PM

If employees are suffering from work related fatigue your organisation could be held liable for any accidents or injuries that occur outside of the workplace. Recent case law demonstrates that...

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What Are Your First Aid Requirements?

Posted by Recovery Partners on Oct 4, 2017 2:00:00 PM

It is usually on the first day of any job that we are briefly alerted to the whereabouts of the old, dusty first-aid kit that's sitting in the back of the work kitchen, under a pile of cleaning...

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Case Study: How we helped Warrigal gain the number one Australian Safety Certificate

Posted by Recovery Partners on Sep 25, 2017 12:48:18 PM

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Client Profile:

Warrigal is a large aged care provider with seven residential aged care homes and eight retirement villages throughout South Eastern New South...

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Safety Culture: How To Engage Your Employees For Risk Management

Posted by Recovery Partners on Sep 11, 2017 2:00:00 PM
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How Task Diversification Will Help Your Employees

Posted by Recovery Partners on Sep 7, 2017 11:33:54 AM
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Disclaimer – these articles are provided to supply general safety information to people responsible for OHS in their organisation. They are general in nature and do not substitute for legal and/or professional advice. We always suggest that organisations obtain information specific to their needs. Additional information can be found at www.workcover.nsw.au