Safety + Injury Management Blog

The Difference Between AS/NZS 4801 and OHSAS 18001

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 4:05:48 PM

Certification is highly regarded as a solid demonstration of best practice, and reflects a robust safety system. Key benefits of a fully implemented safety system include;

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Prepare Your Body For Work

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 4:03:11 PM

Prepare your Body for Work poster helps to remind employees how they can reduce the risk of injury by simply warming up and stretching various parts of the body. Pictures with clear instructions...

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Fact sheet - Avoiding Fatigue

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:59:26 PM
Download Recovery Partners complimentary fact on how to identify, address and avoid risks associated with fatigue in the workplace. Factsheet - Avoiding Fatigue
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Dealing with Asbestos in the Workplace

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:56:21 PM

Asbestos in the workplace is a serious issue. Did you know that WorkCover safety inspectors issue on-the-spot fines to businesses that appoint unlicensed asbestos removalists or licensed asbestos...

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The sick note is evolving

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:54:33 PM

In September this year, the then Minister for Employment, Senator Eric Abetz, announced a trial of the Fit Note by around 400 GPs in the Australian Capital Territory. Senator Abetz would like to see...

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Understanding the risk of solar ultraviolet radiation

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:52:27 PM

With summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to ensure that you are meeting your work health and safety obligations with a policy to protect your employees against solar ultraviolet...

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What or Who is an Officer?

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:50:41 PM

The Case of Brett McKie v Al-Hasani & Kenoss Contractors Pty Ltd 2015 offers guidance on how to exercise due diligence as an officer under model WHS Act 2011. (Applicable to all states and...

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R U OK? & Brodie's Law

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:47:02 PM

Brodie was 19. Brodie’s parents were Rae & Damien. Brodie was excited to gain her independence and move into a flat. Brodie was starting a job.

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Health Benefits of Work - Recovery Partners Signatory

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:44:52 PM

Recovery Partners is proud to present our signatory and endorsement of the Australiasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine's Consensus Statement on the Health Benefits of Work. 

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WorkCover NSW has published guide for GPs

Posted by Sample HubSpot User on Aug 9, 2016 3:32:20 PM

The new ‘Guide for Medical Practitioners’ published by NSW WorkCover offers information and guidance to assist medical practitioners understand their role in the NSW Workers Compensation System.

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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