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Kaya (hello) reader,
As we welcome Djilba season (August - September), the transitional time of year, we are busy finalising plans for our WorkCover WA Conference 2023 on 13 October at Optus Stadium.
With an exceptional lineup of speakers, we are geared up to deliver an event which is bigger and better than ever. We are anticipating a full house, and with less than 100 tickets left now is the time to secure your ticket – book now.
Make sure to also secure your tickets for the 2023 ARPA WA Excellence in Workplace Rehabilitation Awards, held on the evening of the Conference. The awards will celebrate and showcase the many outstanding achievements in workplace health, return to work and rehabilitation.
While our Conference highlights some of the innovations and achievements in the workers’ compensation and injury management sphere, we are committed to excellence and service every day. Read on to discover more.
FOCUS
Reaching all our stakeholders
Translated Employer Fact Sheets Now Available
WorkCover WA is committed to delivering the best possible service outcomes and reaching stakeholders from all backgrounds.
Recent compliance activities reveal culturally and linguistically diverse employers are disproportionately unaware of their obligations due to language barriers and limited access to information.
As part of our efforts to regulate a scheme which is fair and accessible for all, WorkCover WA is pleased to announce our Workers’ Compensation Essentials: Employer Fact Sheet has been translated into six languages: Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Arabic and Punjabi.
Did you know we also offer interpretation and translation services? We continually aim to improve our services to ensure all stakeholders can access essential information and assistance.
OTHER NEWS
Compliance Outcomes 101
Infringement Notices
WorkCover WA may issue an infringement notice with a modified penalty where an employer has failed to meet their compliance requirements.
Paying an infringement is not an admission of guilt. Infringements function to penalise offences and deter future non-compliance as an alternative to prosecuting a matter in court.
We are constantly refining our processes for identifying and dealing with non-compliance. With a total of 463 infringement notices issued, 2022-2023 has been our busiest year to date.
Conference Speaker Spotlight
Kurt Fearnley AO
Kurt Fearnley AO is a three-time Paralympic gold medallist and two-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist. He has won over 40 marathons in a career spanning over 20 years.
Among his accomplishments, Kurt was named an Officer of the Order of Australia for distinguished service to people with a disability, as a supporter of, and fundraiser for, Indigenous athletics and charitable organisations, and as a Paralympic athlete.
Kurt is a passionate disability advocate, accomplished corporate speaker, published author and host of multiple television programmes and podcasts.
Industry Insights
Transport, Postal & Warehousing
Did you know WorkCover WA publishes industry specific reports to highlight claim trends and attributes in key Western Australian industries?
The transport, postal and warehousing industry includes transportation of passengers and freight, as well as warehousing and storage activities.
In 2020/2021, 1,339 claims were lodged in this industry, accounting for 5% of total claims. At $85,431, the average claim cost is $22,575 higher than the scheme average.
See the full report for more insights.
Spotlight on Truck Safety
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator Truck Safety Campaign
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released a new truck safety campaign to educate all road users to be more cautious when driving around heavy vehicles.
The new campaign, “We All Need Space,” targets both heavy and light vehicle drivers, providing simple tips on how to drive safely around oversized loads, how to safely overtake trucks, and how to stay out of truck blind spots. The campaign also explains the rules around overtaking a turning truck.
Foundations of Workers’ Compensation: WRPs
Develop your skills by completing this free online training course.
WorkCover WA Conference 2023
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Events and Important Dates
WorkCover WA Conference 2023
13 October 2023
ARPA WA Excellence in Workplace Rehabilitation Awards
13 October 2023
WorkCover WA acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community.
We pay our respects to all Aboriginal communities and their cultures, to elders past, present and emerging.
