The new Work, Health and Safety Act WA (2020) (WHS) changed the definition of a worker to now include volunteers. LGIS members have been seeking clarity on how they can meet their obligations, and what types of protections are included with LGIS membership.
WA’s new Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS Act) and regulations will commence on 31 March 2022.
There is no hard and fast rule regarding whether contraction of the COVID-19 virus is compensable under the Workers’ Compensation & Injury Management Act 1981 (the Act) – it will need to be determined on the facts of each case.
A defamatory statement is any statement published to a third party which harms a person’s reputation. A person who feels they have been defamed may apply to the Court to seek compensation for the harm suffered.
The WA Government is implementing public health directions which will require employees of certain industries to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they can attend a workplace.
A substantial amount of a local government’s resources are
connected to its motor fleet. If the fleet has downtime, it can have significant impact on the local government’s diverse range of operations.
The scenario: The worker, Fred Dagg, has worked at the Shire of Westralia as a Plant Operator for 35 years. Fred was an accomplished footballer and cricket player having represented the town at many sporting competitions over the years.
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.
In today’s day and age, cybersecurity is important to us all because it encompasses everything that relates to the protection of our sensitive data.
