News
Tue 03 Aug 2010
Our Shared RTW Coordinator, Ross Mitchell has commenced with NDS. Ross has experience working for a Workers Compensation insurer as well as an Occupational Rehabilitaiton provider.
He is providing a RTW function for a number of...
Thu 24 Jun 2010
The forum held on 23 June had over 80 participants. Some of the presentations are now available as well as a sample toolbox talk on how to conduct a risk assessment and findings from the day. To learn more attend the OHS Regional...
Thu 13 May 2010
A major ongoing and unfunded financial risk to Disability Service Providers is the cost of their Workers Compensation Premiums. Responding to this, NDS has been funded by ADHC in initiating a Claims Assist Pilot. This pilot service is primarily...
Fri 16 Apr 2010
OHS Benchmarking is now commencing for 2010 with the record form and associated material available under OHS Benchmarking on the Disabilitysafe website. Commence now and ensure that you are leading OHS management within your sector! ...
Mon 18 Jan 2010
Recent floods and bushfires interstate and here in NSW has highlighted the need for service providers to review their business continuity ad emergency management plans. Ask yourself the question of what would you do if basic services such as...
Mon 07 Dec 2009
WorkCover has declared December to be Sun Safety month.
The days are getting longer and the sun is getting stronger. Now is the time to ensure that you and your workplace are prepared for a long hot summer.
Australia has the highest...
Wed 11 Nov 2009
New material is being added to the website on a regular basis and in response to requests this includes posters and toolbox talks. Posters are located under reference material and tool box talks under the training section of the OHS Management...
Thu 29 Oct 2009
The draft of the Model Safe Work Act which will form the basis for changes to the NSW OHS Act is available for public comment. NDS has developed a draft response to the questions asked. If anyone wants to contribute to this please...
Tue 22 Sep 2009
WorkCover has released the regulatory framework for Psycholgists and Counsellors which will come into effect January 1, 2010. The aim of the framework is to inmprove cost effectiveness and return to work outcomes. Under this framework...
Mon 31 Aug 2009
This forum was held in Sydney on August 27. Topics discussed included Legislative requirements, prevetion of psychological injuries which focussed mainly on bullying and harrassment, Employee Assistance Programs and Management of Psychological...
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