New guidelines for rehabilitation authorities

Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation (Guidelines for Rehabilitation Authorities) Instrument 2019.

Key Points

• The new Guidelines for Rehabilitation Authorities came into effect on 15 August 2019.
• The differences between the previous guidelines and the new guidelines are briefly discussed below. If you would like a more in-depth explanation of the changes, please get in touch.

Background

The Guidelines include the mandatory requirements for rehabilitation authorities in the performance and exercise of those powers and functions. The new guidelines aim to focus on the mandatory requirements for rehabilitation authorities in the performance and exercise of their powers and also allow authorities to tailor their practices to achieve early and durable recovery and return to work for employees. The new guidelines provide a more simplified and cohesive approach to the procedures and requirements for rehabilitation providers in handling their powers