The Division Information Night brings industry experts to the region and allows members to stay up to date with local industry issues and legislation. It enables members to have a strong voice on local issues and provides an avenue to influence industry and government decisions.
 
PLEASE NOTE: MEETING IS ON A TUESDAY
 

ASBESTOS AND SILICA DISEASES

Maree Stocks, Committee Member,  Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia Inc. 

• About the Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia
• What education and awareness is available to you
• Information on asbestos diseases and silica disease

OCCUPATIONAL LUNG DISEASES : LEGAL ENTTLEMENTS

• Understanding asbestos and its dangerous long term effects
• Silicosis and other silica related diseases
• Products containing asbestos in the building industry and how to safely handle them
• Legal entitlements for sufferers of asbestos and silica diseases

WORKERS COMPENSATION INJURY INSIGHTS

• Workers compensation claims data for your sector and area
• What injury prevention mechanisms are in place
• Psychological claims and how mental health impacts the industry
• Information regarding premium calculation

INCLUDES DINNER 

RSVP THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2024