Occupational Health & Safety

30 Mar

Posted at 11:57h in Featured, HR Strategy, Learning, Training & Development, Managing, Occupational Health & Safety, People Management by

Workplace safety is a critical issue for any business. According to the Economic Policy Institute, workplace injuries and illnesses cost businesses more than $250 billion annually in lost productivity, medical expenses, and legal fees. That's why HR professionals need to take steps to improve and maintain...

06 Oct

Posted at 09:06h in Employee Wellness, Featured, Motivating Employees, Occupational Health & Safety, People Management, Workplace Culture by

It's no secret that employees who are in good health are more productive. They're also less likely to take sick days and can be a positive influence on their co-workers. If you're looking for ways to help your employees lead healthier lives, look no further!...

15 Feb

Posted at 12:42h in Featured, HR Strategy, Leadership Development, Managing, Occupational Health & Safety, People Management, Workplace Culture by

It can be quite a daunting task to run a business and keep on top of all the requirements needed to be compliant with the law. One area that can be particularly tricky and time-consuming is health and safety. Following ever-changing guidance can be hard...

25 Aug

Posted at 15:32h in Career Development, Featured, Learning, Training & Development, Occupational Health & Safety, People Management, Performance Management by

HIPAA is the acronym for Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. This law is intended to improve the portability and continuity of health insurance coverage. As a part of the HR department, you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all HIPAA regulations. Why Is HIPAA Important? HIPAA...

28 May

Posted at 11:08h in Employee Wellness, Employment Law, Featured, HR Strategy, Managing, Occupational Health & Safety, Organisational Change, People Management, Performance Management, Workplace Culture by

By Abraham Ash, Partner and Heloise Ormandy, Lawyer, Clayton Utz Disciplining and terminating employees for inappropriate use of social media is unfortunately a "hot topic" for businesses. The divide between "work life" and "private life" has become increasingly blurred, in large part due to the...

23 May

Posted at 10:00h in Employee Engagement, Employee Wellness, Featured, HR Strategy, Managing, Motivating Employees, Occupational Health & Safety, People Management, Performance Management, Workplace Culture by

While it is now common for workplaces to strive for workplace well being, the role of culture is sometimes overlooked. In reality, workplace wellness programs including gym memberships, step challenges and flu vaccinations pale into insignificance when compared with the effects of workplace culture on...

27 Mar

Posted at 10:16h in Employee Wellness, Featured, Managing, Occupational Health & Safety, Organisational Change, People Management, Performance Management by

What events cause trauma? Very frightening or distressing events may result in a psychological wound or injury. These are usually experiences which are life threatening or pose a significant threat to a person’s life or well-being. These psychological wounds are often called trauma and can result...

21 Feb

Posted at 10:30h in Employee Wellness, Occupational Health & Safety, Pay & Benefits, People Management, Performance Management, Workplace Culture by

Has someone asked you to plan your organisation’s health and wellbeing program? Or perhaps you’re a small organisation and haven’t done anything formal in the past but wonder if there is something that could help improve the health of your staff. As you get started, perhaps...

06 Feb

Posted at 11:30h in Employee Engagement, Employee Wellness, Featured, Occupational Health & Safety, People Management, Workplace Culture by

Background to the problem The prevalence of mental illness in the general population is alarming.  The World Health Organisation (WHO) predicts that by the year 2020, depression will emerge as one of the leading causes of disability, globally.  The cost of mental illness on the workplace...

30 Jan

Posted at 10:30h in Employee Finance, Employee Wellness, Featured, Occupational Health & Safety, People Management by

The decision to transition a loved one into full time care is difficult, time consuming and highly emotional. Although the right choice is often obvious, the decision can be veiled in feelings of guilt and worry which can extend to affect other aspects of life...