2 Dec
FAQ: Do I accrue leave while on workers’ compensation?
WorkCover WA is unable to provide advice regarding accrual of annual leave, long service leave or sick leave while in receipt of workers’ compensation payments. You may contact the Fair Work Ombudsman on 13 13 94 for assistance or view the information provided on www.fairwork.gov.au/library/k600454_annual-leave-sick-leave-during-workers-compensation ... See MoreSee Less
29 Nov
WorkCover WA officers will be visiting Busselton on 5 December 2019 to 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.
WorkCover WA welcomes the opportunity to meet with you to answer any questions you may have in relation to workers’ compensation. If you would like to meet with
WorkCover WA, please email Communications & Education at communications@workcover.wa.gov.au ... See MoreSee Less
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25 Nov
The State Government’s annual campaign 16 Days in WA - Stop Violence Against Women will run again this year from 25 November to 10 December. WorkCover WA is encouraging organisations, communities, families and individuals to help raise awareness, promote discussion and increase positive actions about violence against women. Click for information about how you can help bit.ly/2O3Xl8X #16DaysinWA #StopTheViolence ... See MoreSee Less
21 Nov
A sport and camping equipment retailer was recently fined $13,800 for not holding a current workers’ compensation insurance policy.
Workers’ compensation insurance protects employers from the financial cost of a work-related injury or disease. It also protects injured workers by providing weekly payments to cover loss of earning capacity, payment of reasonable medical and rehabilitation expenses, and other entitlements.
Employers can obtain insurance by engaging a WorkCover WA approved insurer directly, or through a broker. For more information, visit www.workcover.wa.gov.au/employers/getting-an-insurance-policy/ ... See MoreSee Less