Employer Safety Responsibilities
Employers in Australia have obligations to support employees with non-work-related injuries. This includes helping them return to work safely and promptly, avoiding discrimination, and making reasonable accommodations. Legal requirements prohibit treating injured workers unfairly and mandate supporting their return through "Return to Work" plans. These plans involve communication, appropriate duties, flexible schedules, workplace adjustments, and ensuring everyone's safety. Remember, worker well-being is good for business, and legal compliance is crucial.
Many businesses rely on Peninsula's health and safety consultants to help them meet WHS responsibilities and keep workers safe.
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