15 Aug

We're excited to announce the 2018 Personal Injury & Disability Management National Conference! Our premier industry conference will focus on the theme: 'The future is now', featuring keynotes from cancer survivor, inspirational speaker and international best-selling author Michael Crossland and global strategist and influencer Holly Ransom. Register now for an early bird discount! pief2018.aomevents.com.au/ ... See MoreSee Less

13 Aug

WorkCover WA officers will be visiting Busselton, Margaret River and Dunsborough from 27 to 30 August 2018 to conduct inspections and provide education regarding workers’ compensation.

It is important to remember:
• employers in WA must have workers’ compensation insurance
• workers’ compensation insurance does not automatically renew each year
• public liability insurance is not the same as workers’ compensation insurance
• family members paid to work in a business must be insured
• contractors and sub-contractors can be ‘workers’ and may require cover
• ‘business packages’ from insurers and brokers often exclude workers’ compensation liability, so it’s important to check you have the correct cover.

Our officers will be available to answer any questions regarding the above. To book a meeting or presentation at your business, please phone 9388 5502. ... See MoreSee Less

30 Jul

There are three Certificates issued throughout a workers’ compensation claim by the worker’s treating doctor.
The First Certificate of Capacity is issued when the worker first presents with their injury.

The Progress Certificate is issued when the worker’s capacity for work changes throughout the claim, or on each visit to the doctor. Multiple Progress Certificates may be issued throughout a claim.

The Final Certificate is issued when the doctor can determine the injured worker’s capacity will not change and no longer requires treatment. They may be fully fit to return to work, or they may be permanently partially fit. This Certificate indicates what the worker’s final capacity is to return to work, if at all.

For more information about the Certificates of Capacity and explanatory notes, visit WorkCover WA’s gpsupport website. ... See MoreSee Less