Why is overtime often included in post-13 week calculations for workers’ comp claims?
This question is often asked when LGIS members receive the post-13 week calculation of weekly payments for workers’ compensation claims.
LGIS Senior Account Manager
Leo has over 28 years of self insurance, insurance and broking experience within
the Industry with a large portion of that time spent in the area of casualty and workers’ compensation. He commenced with LGIS in September 2018 and is responsible for the management of local government clients, providing support, advice and practical solutions to meet their risk and financing needs.
Leo is well versed and has demonstrable experience across various industry sectors, offering a wealth of knowledge to assist clients with their statutory obligations.
“The LGIS member services team comprises of five dedicated account managers with a portfolio of members. This means each member has one account manager – so you know who you’re speaking to and we know your organisation.
Whilst our titles are account manager, I see our role as being strategic relationship managers and the conduit between our member and the broader LGIS team and vice versa.
The LGIS member services team comprises of five dedicated account managers with a portfolio of members. This means each member has one account manager – so you know who you’re speaking to and we know your organisation.
Whilst our titles are account manager, I see our role as being strategic relationship managers and the conduit between our member and the broader LGIS team and vice versa.
With that said, our roles are primarily aimed at:
This question is often asked when LGIS members receive the post-13 week calculation of weekly payments for workers’ compensation claims.
The LGIS member services team comprises of five dedicated account managers with a portfolio of members. This means each member has one account manager – so you know who you’re speaking to and we know your organisation.
Cybercrime is by no means new. But now, attackers are getting even more sophisticated – targeting operational technology (OT) infrastructure. From tampering with production lines to meddling with water treatment plans, these attacks can have grave consequences.
During regular, pre-renewal, or post-renewal discussion with members, I will discuss the broader risk management and WorkCare services that LGIS offers as part of your Scheme membership.
As such, I was recently speaking with a member about the services available, like contract reviews and liability risk assessments. The member provided two contracts for me to review, and while doing so I noticed they would be agreeing to terms and conditions that were not protected by the Scheme.
I suggested we deliver a contract and risk training workshop to key personnel to avoid unnecessary risks and to raise awareness of the conditions before signing future contracts.
In addition, I also suggested we meet with the Executive team to present our full range of services and how we can support the member with their broader strategic plans. During this meeting, we learnt the member had upcoming capital works projects and that they had some concerns regarding the contractor’s insurance cover. We offered an alternate option through the public sector construction facility, and arranged a principal controlled contract works policy.
We were then able to further assist by organising a LGIS risk coordinator to carry out various liability risk assessments on their current assets (e.g. waste treatment facility or waterways/dams).
From there, we implemented a member engagement plan, supporting the member by:
The very nature of local government organisations means there’s always variety – and it’s safe to say every day offers something different.
We remain focussed on you – our members – and ensuring you’re supported. “
Please reach out to your LGIS account manager with your enquiries, be it contracts, policies, LGIS services, or otherwise.
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With the introduction of the Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Act 2020 (the Act), there are changes to the workplace health and safety laws in Western Australia – but what does this mean for you?
As we reflect on the year that was, we value your continued membership and we understand that one of the most significant exposures to local government is ensuring long-term reliable access to relevant and tailored risk financing and risk management support.
Hand-arm vibration (HAV) is the vibration transmitted to a person’s hand and arm when using hand-held power tools.
LGIS is the unifying name for the dedicated suite of risk financing and management services for WA local governments, established by the WA Local Government Association in conjunction with JLT Public Sector (part of the Marsh group of companies). LGIS is managed by JLT Public Sector (ABN 69 009 098 864 AFS Licence 226827).
Risk Matters, via this website, is designed to keep members, their staff and elected members informed on topical risk management and insurance issues and LGIS programs and services.
