18 Dec

WorkCover WA investigators recently visited Williams, Wagin, Brookton, Cuballing, Popanyinning, Pingelly, Beverley and York.

They conducted 52 compliance checks over the two days, identifying one business without a current policy of workers’ compensation insurance.

They also met with farmers in Brookton to discuss contracting arrangements, and visited medical centres and local hospitals to provide education and fact sheets.

Thank you to all businesses, practices and offices in the area for your engagement! For more information about workers’ compensation, view our Educational videos at www.workcover.wa.gov.au/resources/educational-videos/ or call our Advice and Assistance line on 1300 794 744. ... See MoreSee Less

17 Dec

FAQ: What happens if there’s a dispute?

Sometimes there may be a dispute that requires independent help to be resolved. View our dispute resolution video at www.workcover.wa.gov.au/resources/educational-videos/#disputeresolutionvideo. This video details WorkCover WA’s conciliation and arbitration services which assist to resolve disputes fairly. ... See MoreSee Less

12 Dec

Conciliation and Arbitration Services (CAS) will be transitioning to an online platform for administrative services related to conciliation in mid-2019.

An information seminar for practitioners will also be held in March 2019. ... See MoreSee Less

10 Dec

WorkCover WA is reminding business owners in the supermarket and grocery industry, especially as the busy holiday period approaches, that they must have a current workers’ compensation insurance policy in place.

This includes coverage for casual workers and family members who work in the business, and in some circumstances, contractors and sub-contractors.

If, for example, one of your workers falls off a ladder, slips on a wet floor, or hurts themselves lifting and unpacking deliveries whilst you don’t have insurance, you will be held personally liable for the claim. This can be financially devastating for your business, as uninsured claims can reach hundreds of thousands of dollars. It’s simply not worth the risk.

Avoiding such costs is as easy is contacting your insurer or broker to ensure a current insurance policy is in place. If you do not have an insurer, our website provides details of insurers which can help you.
Unlike other insurances, workers’ compensation insurance does not automatically renew each year - you need to contact your insurer or broker to obtain a new policy and Certificate of Currency before your current one expires.

If you need assistance, contact WorkCover WA on 1300 794 744 or visit www.workcover.wa.gov.au to view our resources, including educational video 'Workers' compensation insurance: a guide for employers' - www.workcover.wa.gov.au/resources/educational-videos/#insuranceguidevideo ... See MoreSee Less