Nabenet

Nabenet recently assisted the CFMEU with the development of a suitable jobs register as part of WorkSafe Victoria’s Return to Work Fund.  The suitable jobs register identifies 29 different jobs and return to work duties associated with the building and construction industry.  Nabenet provided expert assistance in this major initiative by undertaking the 29 job and task analysis, as well as providing a 3 stage return to work suggestion framework for each job.  To view the CFMEU launch article click here.

Andrew Paice, Director Nabenet, presented during Work Safe Week 2009 at the Victorian Trades Hall Health and Safety Representatives Conference.  Andrew delivered a presentation to members of various unions about occupational rehabilitation (OR).  Andrew explained what OR providers are, what they do, the benefits of having an OR provider involved in the return to work process and how to involve an OR provider.

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Martinique Diss, New Employer Services Coordinator, presented alongside Andrew Douglas (Douglas Workplace & Litigation) and Angela Godfrey (Commando Consulting) at a training day in Ballarat, where issues under the topic, “The IR Landscape has changed since 1 July and will change more from 1 Jan 2010 – Are You Ready?”, were discussed.

Martinique Diss delivered an informative speech titled ‘Changes in the workplace and the economy create stress – the truth about stress claims in Workers Compensation and how to manage them’.

If you would like the information presented sent to you or would like to know more information about the various services Nabenet can offer your company please do not hesitate to contact Katie Riches, Nabenet Health T: (03) 9819 2377.

Nabenet and Nabenet Health have recently formed an alignment with Winners, a specialist recruitment agency that undertakes general management, middle management to senior level recruitment, executive search, sales force strategy and development.  Winners operate nationally offering a range of positions to candidates seeking opportunities in General Management, Sales, Marketing, Healthcare, Financial Services, Administration and Education.

To learn more about Winners please visit www.winners-exec.com.au or call (03) 8823 5700.

Nabenet and Higher Solutions have traded as separate entities under common company ownership for the last four years.  From 1 July 2009 we made a business decision to use the one business name, Nabenet.  Higher Solutions has been a preferred rehabilitation provider for the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) for over ten years, across all regions.

Nabenet provides quality Occupational Rehabilitation and Employment Services to injured teachers, principals and associated schools and region based staff across Victoria.  We are a Victorian owned Occupational Rehabilitation Provider offering a personalised service, with empathy and respect towards the people we work with.

Nabenet is currently a preferred provider off occupational rehabilitation for the DEECD.  All Nabenet staff are cognisant of the DEECD’s policies and processes associated in returning to work.

With offices in Melbourne, Ballarat, Geelong and Morwell, we will continue to specialise in the return to work process in the education sector.  Please contact Marion Chua on 9329 3898 should you have any further questions or further enquiries.

WorkSafe Week is being held from 26 – 30 October 2009 and it’s the perfect opportunity for you to provide the latest information on health and safety in your workplace.

Have you considered the following ideas for WorkSafe week?

• educational seminars
• presentations
• breakfasts
• workplace expo
• panel discussions

If you would like Nabenet or Nabenet Health to present at your workplace as part of WorkSafe week please contact Katie Riches (katieriches@nabenet.com.au) or (03) 9819 2377.

Nabenet Health is pleased to announce that they are now a member of the Geelong Chamber of Commerce.

Nabenet Health has an office in Garden Street, Geelong and as an Endorsed Service Provider for the WorkHealth Initiative in the Barwon South West region, will be delivering health checks to businesses in Geelong.

If you would like Nabenet Health to perform health checks in your organisation please contact Peter Murphy on 1300 662 636.

Andrew Paice, Director, Nabenet, presented alongside Andrew Douglas (Director, Douglas Workplace & Litigation) and Mike Hannaford (General Manager, Commando Consulting) at a training day in Geelong on 27 July 2009, where issues under the topic, “How to Retain Your Best Employees in Difficult Times”, were discussed.

Andrew Paice delivered an informative presentation titled “Why good health works for employee retention and productivity”.  This is currently an important issue for all businesses as a result of the highly publicised decline in the health of the Australian population.

If you would like the information presented sent to you or would like to know more information about the various services Nabenet can offer your company please contact katieriches@nabenet.com.au.

The 3 guest speakers were:

Gary Rowe, CEO of Safety Action Pty Ltd, an innovative safety consultancy based in Melbourne. Gary is a qualified safety engineer and a Certified Practicing Risk Manager, with over 20 years experience in the Safety industry.

Gary presented on effective safety strategies, including:

• Key trends both nationally and locally
• How to prevent serious incidents, and
• Provide some practical safety leadership tips. To access Gary’s speech visit the following link www.safetyaction.com.au

Andrew Douglas is the managing director of Douglas Workplace and Litigation Lawyers. Based in Melbourne, Andrew practices in all aspects of workplace law including Industrial Relations, OH&S Workers Compensation, Equal Opportunity, Employment, Privacy and Surveillance law. Andrew acts for some of Australia’s largest companies and regularly appears in Tribunals and Commissions. Andrew is also the Director of several not for profit companies and is a regular guest lecturer at the University of Victoria and VIOSH.

Andrew spoke about major changes in the fair Work Bill – what employers should know before July 1 2009.

Andrew Paice is one of the directors of Nabenet. As a physiotherapist who has worked in Australia and overseas, Andrew has a comprehensive understanding of physical injuries and capacity for work. Andrew has completed a Masters of Business Administration (MBA), further developing his skills in people management, customer relationship management and opportunity development. Andrew has a comprehensive understanding of return to work and the role occupational rehabilitation can have on improving return to work outcomes and insurance premiums. Andrew is a Worksafe accredited small business return to work essentials consultant and a member of the Worksafe clinical review panel for occupational rehabilitation services.

Andrew presented about assisting injured workers to return to work, financial implications of injured workers, and the latest trends and risks given the current economic times.

Thank you to all the employer who attended. If you would like any of the information presented sent to you or your company, or would like to know more information about Nabenet’s services or future seminars, please contact Natalie Stewart, Nabenet ph 1300 662 636 email: nataliestewart@nabenet.com.au

Nabenet Director, Andrew Paice is a member of the WorkSafe Occupational Rehabilitation Clinical Panel. Click here for further information