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health safety and wellbeing

Reducing the risk of falls in the workplace

A recent decision by the Melbourne County Court highlights the importance of employers managing fall-from-height risks within their workplace in line with Victorian laws.

19 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Consistent safety policy crucial

Inconsistent application of company safety policies can not only lead to unfair dismissal cases but also breaches of upcoming Victorian psychological health regulations.

08 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Preparing for workplace relations changes

Take proactive actions now in response to the Jobs and Skills Summit outcomes and proposed changes to the workplace relations framework. 

07 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Sick pay for casuals and contract workers

Eligible casual, contract and self-employed workers now have access to 38 hours of sick and carer’s pay each year.

19 August 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Reducing risk of psychiatric injury in the workplace

A Victorian Chamber webinar will examine a recent High Court decision and the implications of not taking proactive steps to reduce risk of psychiatric injury.

17 August 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Ensuring your workforce is fit for work

As Bob Dylan famously once sang, “The times they are a-changing”. And so must our work practices to avoid inadvertently creating unsafe workspaces or tasks for our people.  

08 August 2022

policy and advocacy

Geelong embraces hybrid working

A study by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce has offered an insight into Geelong’s post-pandemic return-to-office trends.

28 July 2022

covid 19

COVID-19 winter guide for employers

To assist with managing COVID-19 in workplaces over winter, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has set out a guide to address key health, safety and employment issues.

20 July 2022

economy

Victorian business hit by national energy crisis

Widespread energy constraints facing Victorian businesses will impact confidence and investment in the coming months.

11 July 2022

metropolitan business

Enabling businesses to strive and thrive in Victoria

What are your business goals and do you have access to the best enablers to help you get there?

06 July 2022

health safety and wellbeing

WorkSafe workers’ compensation management plan

Members are invited to help inform the Victorian Chamber’s feedback on WorkSafe Victoria's implementation plan for the management of complex workers' compensation claims 

04 July 2022

economy

Helping Regional Victorian businesses thrive

Victoria’s regions account for almost 20 per cent of the state’s economy and are worth about $72 billion a year

23 June 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Guidance on new mental health requirements for businesses

Businesses should be aware of significant changes regarding the mitigation and management of ‘psychosocial’ incidents in the workplace that may arise from mental health issues

15 June 2022

policy and advocacy

Growing Victoria’s exports

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry wants your help to grow Victoria’s export sector.

14 June 2022

covid 19

Connection crucial in post-pandemic workplaces

As more Victorians balance working at home with the office, wellness and the physical and mental health of employees has never been more important. 

09 June 2022

economy

No rate hike for 2022/23 WorkCover premiums

Victorian Government announces no increase in premiums for the 2022/23 year to help business recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 2022


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