Travel Insurance & Coronavirus
by Ashlee SnyderAs you are probably aware there is an active outbreak of a new novel coronavirus that originated from Wuhan City in Hubei Province in China. The Australian Government (DFAT) has raised the travel advisory for all Australians to “Level 4 – Do not travel to mainland China”. The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) says while […]
Bushfire Prepardness
by Ashlee SnyderAs summer is approaching so is bushfire season. After a series of relatively mild summers, and a dry winter this year, fire authorities warn bushfire conditions heading into summer are on par with possibly some of the worst seen in recent years. Planning and managing risks – for your business, home or both – will […]
Proof of Ownership
by Ashlee SnyderYou notice a ring you were given by a loved one is no longer where it should be, you immediately start thinking where it could be and what you can do to get it back, insurance! If you need to make a contents insurance claim, you will generally need some evidence of ownership, to prove […]
Increase to WA’s Work Health and Safety Penalties
by Ashlee SnyderWestern Australia now has the highest work health and safety penalties in the country. The increase in penalties highlights the importance of maintaining a safe workplace. Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) also referred to Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) laws require employers to manage workplace risks in order to protect the health, safety and welfare of […]
Tradies Insurance, do you know what cover you need?
by Ashlee SnyderAre you a tradie getting confused about what insurance cover you need? Do you fully understand your responsibilities as a licensed tradie at a job site? Your trade and your business is unique, and for that reason so is your risk and the cover you need. Tradesperson insurance can vary, whether you’re a subbie, sole trader, employ […]
Management of Minor Workers’ Compensation Claims
by Ashlee SnyderA recent Workcover WA Bulletin has been released, claiming that some employers are choosing to pay low cost workers’ compensation claims themselves and not processing them in accordance with current legislation. Duty to submit a workers’ compensation claim Regardless of the size of the claim, under the Workers’ Compensation and Injury Management Act 1981, employers are […]