• Introduction
• Overview of this guide
• Glossary
• Element 1 - Commitment and Corporate Governance
• Element 2 - Planning
• Element 3 - Implementation
• Adequate resources to support rehabilitation programs including facilitation of an early return to work and/or maintenance of an employee at work
• Examples of success
• How can we improve?
• Training programs to support the rehabilitation management system
• Defining and communicating responsibilities to stakeholders
• Employees are aware of their rights and responsibilities in relation to rehabilitation
• Early intervention rehabilitation systems in place
• Assessment of injured workers' capability to undertake a rehabilitation program
• Rehabilitation programs in accordance with section 37 of the SRC Act
• Complying with the provisions of the section 41 guidelines
• Providing employees with, or helping employees to find suitable employment
• Maintaining the confidentiality of information and applying legislative requirements
• Maintaining relevant reporting, records and/or documentation to support rehabilitation management programs and legislative compliance
• Complying with the provisions of the SRC Act when managing reviews/ reconsiderations
• Element 4 - Measurement and Evaluation
• Element 5 - Review and Continuous Improvement
• Action Summary Sheet
• Reference list & resources
• Disclaimer

Why is this important?

Organisations need to identify and provide adequate resources to implement, maintain and improve their rehabilitation programs. Adequate resources are also needed for the facilitation of an early return to work or the maintenance of an employee at work. Resources include human resources and specialised skills, technology and financial resources. Organisations also need to consider their injury and risk profiles, their size and their location.