Nabenet

WorkSafe have announced a $654 million profit from insurance operations in 2009/2010.  The scheme is again 100% fully funded.  For more information please click here.

Nabenet will be conducting a two day course, which has been developed for experienced RTW Coordinators.  The course focuses on strategic case management and management of complex cases.  This course is suitable for RTW Coordinators who have at least six months experience and have completed the Introduction RTW Coordinator Course (WorkSafe).

This course predominantly focuses on complex case studies to challenge RTW Coordinators to think more creatively and proactively in their role.  Participants are encouraged to use their own examples for discussions in this course.

Why choose Nabenet?

Our RTW Coordinator Training (Introductory and Advanced) is facilitated by an approved WorkSafe trainer with extensive experience in occupational rehabilitation and a comprehensive background in implementing effective return to work outcomes.  Session numbers are limited to ten participants to allow increased interaction and discussion to ensure each component of training is thoroughly addressed.  Our trainers focus on experiential learning and participant interaction thereby maximising the experience for the trainee.

To view the Advanced RTW Coordinator Training flyer please click here.  To make a booking or enquire about the Advanced RTW Coordinator Training please contact Teresa Coffey (03 9329 3898 or teresacoffey@nabenet.com.au).

An article published in the Journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine in 2006 discusses a study by Burton et al.  This study investigates whether changes in health risks are associated with same-direction changes in presenteeism.  The study found that positive and negative changes in health risks are associated with same-direction changes in presenteeism, thus reinforcing the need to invest in the health and wellbeing of your staff in order to increase productivity. 

This article was discussed at the annual Health and Productivity Management Congress held in Melbourne in early August 2010.  The HPM Congress included several local and international speakers who shared experience and knowledge on health and wellbeing in the workplace and the benefits it can have to an organisation’s bottom line as well as its employees.  To view the article please click here.  For further information about the Health and Productivity Management Congress please click here.

Nabenet will be conducting a half day RTW Training Session specifically designed for Supervisors on Thursday 23rd September 2010.  A recent article published on the RTW Knowledge website looks at the effect of supervisor training on reducing workplace injuries and getting people back to work.  It found that providing simple training for supervisors will help prevent injuries and improve the workplace.  To view the article please click here.  If you would like to make a booking for the Supervisor Training Session or would like further information, please contact Tersea Coffey, Business and Training Development Manager on 03 9329 3898 or teresacoffey@nabenet.com.au.

Please click here to view the Supervisor RTW Training flyer.

As portion sizes grow over time, so do people’s waistlines.  Following are seven ways which you can reduce your portion size.

1.  It takes about 10 minutes for your stomach to signal to your brain that it is full, so wait 10 minutes before having a second helping.

2.  Serve the right portion of food from a box, bag or carton instead of eating straight from the package.

3.  If you have trouble controlling portions of certain foods, buy or make them in individual serving sizes.  For example, instead of buying a family-sized block of chocolate, buy a single bar.

4.  After you have dished up your meal, pack away and store leftovers before you sit down to eat.  This will discourage you from taking a second helping.

5.  Use a smaller plate to automatically control your portion sizes.

6.  Until you are used to your new portion sizes it may be helpful to weigh or measure servings.  Follow recipes and divide what you cook equally by the number of portions the recipe states it serves.

7.  Get used to saying ‘no’ when you are asked to upsize your meal.  It might seem like a good deal to your wallet but it is not good for your waistline.