The importance of employers following internal policies and procedures and keeping accurate records can’t be emphasised enough when effectively managing a worker’s compensation claim. Our first case explores the need to follow one’s own internal polices in the context of a worker’s compensation work related stress claim.
In the last five financial years (2019-present), we have received over 700 claims relating to footpaths costing in excess of $ 1.2 mllion. At times, these claims have also resulted in significant costs associated with running defences for the member or funding compensating on the member’s behalf.
At LGIS, we care about the health and wellbeing of local government workers across Western Australia. As the sector’s mutual indemnity scheme, we know first-hand the issues that local government workers face and have developed a range of resources to support their wellbeing.
The safety realm is full of procedures, policies and regulations telling people what to do; it’s great when we see members, like the City of Rockingham, stepping back and celebrating their safety achievements. It’s important to focus on success as well as the areas for improvement.
Local governments across WA are installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, either investing or partnering with other organisations such as the RAC to improve amenity for EV owners. In recent years, WA motorists have accelerated their adoption of EV and hybrids which use lithium-ion batteries for power.
Are you and your colleagues interested in discussing, sharing and learning about all aspects of risk management and governance with your local government peers? LGIS’ Local Government Risk Management Advisory Group (RMAG) is the forum for you.
The LGISWA Scheme protects $19.2 billion worth of assets; 15,000 motor vehicles; 19,820 local government workers; and 17,107 volunteer bushfire fighters. In 2022/23 we received 3,720 claims and made payments totalling over $43.8 million. The mutual indemnity scheme is as diverse and varied in our operations as any of our members across Western Australia.
A local government held a fireworks event on Australia Day in 2018. Unfortunately, during the event, a firework landed amongst spectators and injured five people (with various burns to their bodies). Paramedics and other emergency personnel attended the scene of the accident. The spectators sought compensation for their injuries.
A woman in her 50s lost her balance and fell while stepping up over a concrete mound within a popular caravan park. She fractured her ankle and held one of our regional members liable for the injury and loss suffered, alleged to have been $190k.
It’s summer! That time of the year when everyone is ready to celebrate and go on holidays. Tourists all across the country and within Western Australia flock to popular spots to relax and enjoy our beautiful state.
