Employer Return to Work Networks

The Employer RTW Networks
The Employer RTW Networks is a WorkSafe initiative designed to provide Return to Work Coordinators with support and relevant information.  The aim is to bring together Return to Work Coordinators to learn from industry leaders and each other, and provide practical support and guidance in the management of return to work.

The networks provide a forum for employers to share their skills, experiences and knowledge, and discuss return to work issues with a range of highly experienced guest speakers.

Employer RTW Networks Calendar

Click the dates below to register:

network Jan feb mar apr may jun jul aug sep oct nov dec
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northern   26thnull     27thnull     21stnull   null 25thnull  
southern       3rdnull   26thnull     23rdnull  null   2ndnull
regional
For regional network events please contact rtw_networks@worksafe.vic.gov.au
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RTW Fundamentals duringWork Safe Week
27th - 31st October 2008null		 Aimed at RTW coordinators or those employers who would like to obtain relevant and practical information relating to best practice RTW. Hear about WorkSafe's current RTW initiatives, ask questions in an open forum, and learn from other local employers regarding their RTW practices and success stories.
Communicating with Doctors

null		 Learn how you can interact more effectively with doctors and other health providers in order to achieve improved RTW planning and progression for your injured workers. Practical tips and information will be shared by a medical practitioner familiar with the worker's compensation scheme. Hear about WorkSafe's initiatives to improve doctor communications and input into RTW.
The Ageing Workforcenull Do you have mature workers with injuries? Are there additional risks in the workplace you should be aware of? How can you plan for their safe RTW? Learn about initiatives that can help reduce injury and improve RTW success and sustainability.
Psychological injuries in the workplacenull Managing psychological injuries can be complex and challenging. This session will provide you with the latest information about WorkSafe's approach to managing work related stress and psychological illness. Hear from experts in the field and gain some practical advice to help with RTW.
Preventing & managing RTW disputesnull Frustrated with the dispute resolution process? This session will provide expert advice about the Accident Compensation Conciliation Service and some relevant RTW outcomes from the courts that will help you prevent and manage RTW disputes. Obtain a greater understanding of the technical considerations involved in dispute resolution in relation to RTW.
RTW & your Premiumnull This session will focus on ways in which your good RTW practices can result in reduced premiums. Useful and practical online tools available to employers will be demonstrated. Common premium questions will also be answered with a focus on RTW.
Occupation rehabilitation services & driving RTW outcomesnull What are the key considerations in working with an occupational rehabilitation (OR) provider? Are you getting the best out of yours? Hear about those employers who have achieved RTW success in partnership with OR providers. Learn about some new OR initiatives that WorkSafe is undertaking to help improve RTW outcomes for employers and injured workers.
RTW service and your Agent

null		 Are you making the most of your WorkSafe Agent? Hear about WorkSafe's new initiatives that will help you gain the best service from your Agent. This session will also provide you with valuable insight into tools, resources and strategies available through your Agent to help you improve your RTW performance and obtain the support you need.

Dates & topics are subject to change.

How do I find out more about them?
To learn more about return to work issues and when the networks are scheduled, send an email to rtw_networks@worksafe.vic.gov.au

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