Getting practical about workplace mental health
Local Government Workforce Risk Forum, Tuesday 16 February 2021. Keynote speaker Dr Tim Sharp aka Dr Happy.
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Your tree management questions answered
The LGIS Tree Management Guide is now available to all Scheme members.
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Defamation, social media and local government
Social media has created new opportunities for defamatory publictions. How does this impact WA local government elected member and officers?
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Avoid employee burnout this festive season
The holiday season is a wonderful time of year, but for some it can also have a darker side as the risk of burnout increases.
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Register now for Work Health and Safety (WHS) webinar
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Understanding contract risk
With local governments stepping up capital works programs it's more important than ever to have a basic understanding of contracts.
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How to avoid a real pain-in-the-neck at libraries and aquatic centres
When picking out furniture the user and workplace tasks should be at the forefront of the mind.
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Top five tips for avoiding ransomware attacks
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month which means it's time to review our IT practices.
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Are your sharps containers ship shape?
Needle stick injuries can mean bad news for local governments - which means it's imperative to look after your sharps containers.
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Cyber risk tops World Economic Forum executive survey
Australian executives have identified that cyber attacks are the biggest risk when it comes to doing business in Australia.
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Is your local government fraud aware?
It's been recomended that local governments take part in fraud awareness training periodically - which is why LGIS is pleased to offer new courses.
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Reopening public swimming pools in time for summer
As the weather warms up it's time to focus on pool safety.
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Update reveals the biggest cyber scam impacting local government
Do you know what a business email compromise is? It was the biggest cyber scam to impact local governments this year.
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LGIS members avoid 31 per cent price hike
Scheme members have been sheltered from the volatility in local and global insurance markets.
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Hazard Assessments for local government
Recent COVID-19 outbreaks are a timely reminder to have risk assessments in place.
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LGIS celebrates 25 years
Led by WALGA, the LGIS mutual was created in 1995 to make sure that local governments in WA would have sustainable protection for their organisation.
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LGIS insulates local governments from commercial insurance price increases
Global events put massive strain on the traditional insurance market - here's how LGIS has innovated to protect members from these impacts.
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Members get more protection with new Scheme covers
The 2020/21 fund year will usher in a new era for the WA local government self-insurance Scheme with the introduction of five new areas of cover.
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Asset management and COVID-19
With local government facilities gradually re-opening as part of Phase 2 and 3 restrictions, it's important to ensure that assets are ready.
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Adapting to COVID-19 and returning to work
The big question is 'What may have to change within your local government to mitigate the risk of COVID 19?'
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COVID-19 Safety Plans, LGIS templates available
LGIS has developed suggested wording to assist members in completing their own COVID-19 Safety Plans to reopen community facilities
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COVID-19 Pandemic Risk Hub
COVID-19 is affecting the entire world, and at LGIS we want to give our members access to as much information as possible about the pandemic and how o
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Multi million support package to protect members
LGIS is providing a multi-million dollar support package to assist members.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Latest information for WA local government on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Copper pipes and cables thefts – what you need to know
Recent LGIS claims show an increase in the theft of copper pipes and cables.
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Is glyphosate safe to use?
There have been a number of media stories over the past few weeks regarding the use of pesticides, particularly glyphosate
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Our service commitment to you – new Member Service Charter
The new LGIS Member Service Charter is now available
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Featured News
Getting practical about workplace mental health
By: Pia Duxbury
Scheme: WorkCare
Subject: Human risk
Your tree management questions answered
By: Pia Duxbury
Scheme:
Subject: Risk and governance
Defamation, social media and local government
By: Pia Duxbury
Scheme: Liability
Subject: Claims management, Policy and Cover, Risk and governance
Avoid employee burnout this festive season
By: Pia Duxbury
Scheme: WorkCare
Subject: Health and wellbeing, OSH (Occupational Safety and Health), Human risk
Annual report shows pleasing Scheme results despite gobal upheaval
By: Rachel Fenner
Scheme:
Subject: Policy and Cover
Five tips to make your passwords unbreakable
By: Rachel Fenner
Scheme:
Subject: Human risk