Training

Corporate Health Group

Since 1976 Corporate Health Group has grown to become SA's largest and leading provider of occupational risk management, injury management and health consultancy services. We offer SISA members a totally integrated approach to injury prevention, injury management and health promotion in the workplace. Training services include manual handling, mental health first aid and a number of workplace education programs such as ergnonomic assessment, stress management, dealing with difficult people, sun awareness and skin screening services. Contact our Health Promotion manager, Tim Nelson, for further information, 08 8354 9800.

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MLCOA 'On Balance' Training Courses for Injury Managers

10% discount for SISA members - register direct with MLCOA

Understanding Musculoskeletal Injuries - ANZIIF: 12 CIP Points; NIBA: 5 Points

Gain new insights into the musculoskeletal system, improving your medical terminology and understanding of injuries and related medical conditions.

Understanding Heart Disease - ANZIIF: 3 CIP Points

Don't miss this rare opportunity to spend time with a leading Cardiologist exploring the causes and treatment of heart conditions and related issues.

Drug & Alcohol Abuse - Psychiatric Strategies - ANZIIF: 6 CIP Points; NIBA: 5 Points

Today many injury managers face the workplace impact of drug and alcohol abuse. This course targets the specifics of managing peope with substance abuse issues.

Understanding Psychiatric Illness - ANZIIF: 6 CIP Points; NIBA: 6 points

Enjoy this dynamic forum with a Psychiatric Specialist, defining psychiatric conditons including common causes, diagnosis, aggravating factors and treatment strategies.

For further information, contact Kerry Cope, Services Development Manager on 8212 9119 or email copek@mlcoa.com.au.  

MLCOA Understanding Psychiatric Illness -26th Feb 2010

Training offered by Corporate Health Group

Reducing Injuries from Manual Tasks –a Participative Ergonomics Approach

Dr Gary Dennis B.Hsc (Hons) PhD
HFESA CPE
Director ErgoEnterprises
Adj. The University of Queensland

Date: Thursday 26th August 2010
Time: 09:30 – 16:00 Coffee & registration from 09:00
Location: Adelaide Adelaide Pavilion Veale Gardens
Cnr South Terrace & Peacock Road
ADELAIDE
 

Cost: $295 $195 - HFESA Members
$95 - Students
10% Early Bird Discount if paid in full by 3rd August
 

RSVP: Pauline Pertel, HFESA Secretariat
secretariat@ergonomics.org.au
Enquiries: (02) 9680 9026

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Training offered by ITR

ITR in partnership with SISA offers accredited claims administration, rehabilitation and OH&S training tailored to meet the needs of private and public sector self insurers.

ITR training is endorsed by SISA, and discounts are offered for SISA members.

For further information and booking details contact Amanda Wilson at ITR on 08 83426488.

Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety:
This certificate course is for those who wish to pursue a career in OH&S. It is ideal for those responsible for OH&S in their workplace and need the skills and qualification required to carry out their duties. This course has a significant focus on OHS auditing, an essential requirement for self insurers.

Certificate IV in Government (Injury Claims Administration):
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required for injury claims administrators in the self insured environment. The course is competency based and matched to specific learning outcomes contained within nationally recognised training qualifications. This varied program offers those in the industry, in a range of roles, the opportunity to undertake training and accreditation in a nationally recognised qualification.  

Certificate IV in Government (Injury Rehabilitation Management):
The compelling need to ensure that rehabilitation professionals have the skills and knowledge required to achieve the goal of early and safe return to work has been well established. Throughout this course you will see an increased emphasis on having all the players in the workers rehabilitation and compensation system working together to achieve a common goal; returning people to work sooner and safer.

This varied program offers those in the industry, in a range of roles, the opportunity to undertake training and accreditation in a nationally recognised qualification and recognises that the nature, diversity and style of business in this industry required variety in the delivery style and opportunity for professional development.


Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator Training:
As part of the recent legislative amendments, subsection 28D(1) of the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1986 (the Act) requires an employer to appoint a Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator (coordinator). This qualification has been developed to assist Rehabilitation and Return to work Coordinators in their role, and is designed to meet the legislative requirements recently released by WorkCover.  

Email AmandaW@appliedinnovativeservices.com.au to contact ITR about this training or call the office on 08 8342 6488.

Certificate IV in OH&S - discounts for SISA members

NRS has developed a best practice “Manage Business Safely” program that incorporates 6 key OHS and 4 key Management Units of Competency. It is designed to give HSE practitioners, Frontline Managers and Supervisors the skills and knowledge required to fulfil their OHS obligations, minimise risk and assist those within the organisation who are implementing and maintaining the Occupational Health and Safety Management System.

 As an associated member, and  proud supporter of SISA and Occupational Health and  Safety in South Australia, NRS offers all fellow members  and associate members substantial discounts. NRS and
SISA will be commencing a Joint initiative in April to  deliver Certificate IV OHS to members, with a clear Self  Insurance focus.

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Fair Work Australia Summit 2010

Fair Work Australia Summit 2010
17-18 May 2010 | Sydney Marriott Hotel
www.iir.com.au/fairwork

The 2nd Annual Fair Work Australia Summit 2010 provides you with practical, expert presentations, including case studies from companies from around Australia, industry and policy group debates, as well as industrial relations and employment law professionals, all addressing critical issues regarding IR reforms, changes and challenges in 2010 and 2011.

A selection of confirmed speakers include:

• Nicolas Wilson, the Fair Work Ombudsman
• Anthony Longland, Partner, Freehills
• Kathryn Dent, Partner, Gadens Lawyers
• Suzanne Jamieson, Associate Professor, University of Sydney
• Renato Marasco, Group Manager - Industrial Relations, Skilled Group Limited
• Russell Lansbury, Professor of Work and Organisational Studies - School of Business, University of Sydney & former President, International Industrial Relations Association (IIRA)
• Joe Catanzariti, President, Industrial Relations Society of Australia / Partner, Clayton Utz
• Jeff Lawrence, National secretary, ACTU
• Erik Abetz, shadow minister for Work place relations confirmed
• Seamus Burke, Partner, HWL Ebsworth
• David Gregory, Director of Workplace Policy, Australian Chamber of commerce and Industry

Key issues to be addressed at Fair Work Australia Summit 2010 include:

• The Current Government's IR Regime
• The Coalition's Alternative
• First Year of FWA
• Jurisdiction of Fair Work Australia
• FWA And The Future Of Industrial Magistracy
• Interpretations of Reforms Under FWA
• Trends and Experiences with Good Faith Bargaining
• Individual Flexibility Agreements And High Income Guarantees
• Prosecution And Advocacy Claims
• Experiences and Issues with NES Implementation
• Completion of Modernization Process
• Enterprise Award Modernization
• The Widening Of Unfair Dismissal Laws
• Gender And Pay Equity
• Economic Analysis Of IR Law; Then And Now
• Learning from the Global Financial Crisis

Registration – Online – www.iir.com.au/fairwork  - Tel (02) 9080 4090 - Fax: (02) 9299 3109 - Email info@iir.com.au .

Sponsorship Enquiries: Megan Rogulski on 02 9080 4030 or email mrogulski@iir.com.au

Pinnacle Workplace Consultants Pty Ltd**

Pinnacle is the leading provider of tailored injury prevention and wellbeing programs. Established in 2000 by Cris Wehr, we assist organisations to create a work environment that keeps their employees safe, healthy and happy. We base our service delivery on four key principles: Pride, Passion, Integrity and Excellence.

Our training programs are practical, interactive and skills based and facilitated by health professionals with extensive training experience.

We are leading providers of:

• Manual Handling Training Programmes (Manufacturing / Industrial, Healthcare, General)
• Manutention Courses (Loads / Industrial and Healthcare)
• Manual Task Audit Training
• Office Based Programs
• Stretch Leader Training
• Wellness Programs
   

We invite you to visit our website www.pinnaclewc.com.au for further information regarding our company and extensive range of services.

QBE Connect Training

QBE’s range of training courses have been developed to help employers administer and manage workers compensation within their business. The courses are designed to educate you about building safety and injury management solutions to prevent injury, plan effective return to work programs and reduce associated costs in the workplace.

Like To Know More?

To find out more about the QBE Connect Training courses, you can download a copy of our South Australia Training Calendar.  Click here to view brochure or visit our website www.qbe.com.au/workerscompensation/training