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Douglas LPT and Nabenet are presenting a full day training session in Geelong (Wednesday 25 August 2010) and Ballarat (Tuesday 7 September 2010).  The day will be split into two parts, titled “Employers Guide to the dramatic amendments to the Accident Compensation Act” and “Harmonisation and business change – making OHS profitable”.  Presenters include Andrew Douglas, Managing Director of Douglas LPT, Andrew Paice, Director of Nabenet, Dr. David Borys, University of Ballarat and Gary Rowe, CEO and founder of Safety Action.  Please click below to download the event flyer and booking form.

Geelong Flyer/Booking Form

Ballarat Flyer/Booking Form

Book in now for the WorkSafe Accredited Return to Work Coordinator Training on 24 & 25 June 2010 in Melbourne CBD.

Under recent legislative changes to the Accident Compensation Act 1985, employers have to demonstrate that their RTW Coordinators are competent to perform the role.  This training will enable RTW Coordinators to meet these obligations.

This WorkSafe endorsed program is designed to equip Return to Work Coordinators with the tools they need to effectively manage return to work, in accordance with the requirements of the legislation and the principles of effective injury management.

Contact Teresa Coffey on 03 9329 3898 for further information.

Please click here to view training dates for 2010.  2 day WorkSafe RTW Coordinator Training and 2 day Advanced RTW and Claims Management sessions available across Victoria.  Contact Teresa Coffey (03 9329 0656) for further information.

The Victorian Parliament has passed the Accident Compensation Amendment Bill 2009.  The Bill contains reforms to the Accident Compensation Act 1985 and associated legislation.  There will be some major changes taking effect as of 5 April 2010 and 1 July 2010 that will impact you as an employer.  For more information please click here.

Nabenet is able to help you implement these changes within your organisation with the following training sessions:

• Andrew Douglas, Director of Douglas LPT and Andrew Paice, Director of Nabenet will be holding a training day on Monday 3 May 2010 in Melbourne.  By attending this training day, you will be equipped with the necessary resources to better manage Workers’ Compensation.  For more information please click here or contact Jessica Rose (03 9329 3898).

• Nabenet also provide Advanced RTW and Claims Management sessions that incorporate the legislative changes and how to implement these practical changes within your organisation.  The next session is scheduled in Geelong on 6/7 May 2010 and a Melbourne session is scheduled on 27/28 May 2010.  For more information or to book your place please contact Teresa Coffey (03 9329 3898).

Return to Work Matters is a professional networking and resource site serving return to work professionals.  Nabenet have partnered with Return to Work Matters to offer you 3  months free access to the site. 

Please click here to find out more.

Nabenet and Nabenet Health have quality management systems (QMS) which follow the criteria and standards that were established by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).  We have subsequently recently received ISO 9000:2008 certification.  This certification demonstrates Nabenet’s commitment to quality and continuous improvement.  Our goal is to continue to be pioneers and the best within our industry. 

To view our ISO Certificate please click here.

This week at the 84th meeting of the Workplace Relations Ministers’ Council (WRMC), held in Melbourne,  Ministers across Australia finalised the harmonisation of model workplace health and safety laws.

This means that by 1 January 2012, all Australian businesses and workers will be subject to the same OHS Act and regulations.

Review the WRMC Communique by clicking here.

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.

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.