Return to work process for employers - March 2026

Ticket sales will end 24 February 2026 to allow time for course materials to be posted.

Time/Duration: 9am – 12.00pm AEDT

Key learning outcomes

• Understand your obligations under current legislation

• Navigate the claims and return to work process

• Identify and manage suitable duties

• Handle psychological claims and long absences

• Communicate effectively and document appropriately

Course overview

Managing the return to work process after an employee’s injury or illness is a legal obligation - but also a growing challenge.

This course gives WHS professionals, HR professionals and employers the practical tools to manage workers’ compensation claims and support a safe return to work while meeting legal requirements and minimising business risk.

Whether you're dealing with physical injuries, psychological claims, or managing suitable duties during recovery, this course gives you the tools to respond confidently and compliantly.

Register now and equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to manage return to work processes effectively, ensuring compliance and fostering a supportive workplace environment.​

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8:45am - Virtual waiting room opens
9:00 am - Training commences
12:00 pm - Training concludes
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About the trainer

Sam Cahill
Senior Associate
Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA)

Sam has over a decade of experience in employment and industrial relations law, having advised and assisted employers of all sizes, from small businesses to multinational companies.

His practice spans general employment matters, including drafting employment contracts, developing workplace policies, managing restructures, and handling terminations. Sam also has deep experience in industrial relations, particularly in enterprise bargaining and resolving industrial disputes.

At ABLA, Sam has completed secondments with clients in the construction, logistics, and maritime sectors, gaining valuable industry-specific insights. He is highly experienced in conducting and supporting workplace investigations and regularly represents employers in disputes and litigation before courts and tribunals.

A regular presenter for educational webinars and a seasoned trainer, Sam works with businesses to upskill their teams on employment and workplace relations. 

Sam is known for his practical, solutions-focused approach and his ability to navigate complex workplace challenges with clarity and confidence.

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FAQs

What's included in the price?

The course cost is $799pp inc GST.

Course training booklet will be delivered via post.  Please provide the address when booking, and please provide your home address if working from home and would like it sent there. No soft copies of the materials will be provided.

Who can attend?

This course is open to all organisations excluding other legal service providers or consultants deemed competitors.

Suited for: Return to Work Coordinators, Return to Work Specialists, WHS Managers, WHS Officers, WHS Advisors, Health and Safety Representatives, Health Safety and Wellbeing Co-ordinators, Senior HR executives, HR Managers, Business Owners, People and Culture Managers, Directors, HR Business partners and anyone responsible for managing employees.

This session is conducted subject to everyone agreeing to the Chatham House Rules which means that participants can use the information in practice in their business but should not identify any organisation, individual or information that can be used to identify them.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Contact Fiona Kenny on 0427 925 113 or fiona.kenny@ablawyers.com.au

What's the refund policy?

Participants will receive a full refund if they cancel at least seven (7) business days prior to the scheduled event. However, if participants cancel less than seven (7) business days before the event, no refund will be made. The place can be transferred to another member of the paid organisation. No-shows or cancellations after 7 days will receive the course training material and supporting documents. If there are insufficient participants, we reserve the right to cancel the event and participants will be transferred to another module of equal value or receive a full refund at their election. We will give three business days’ notice of any such cancellation.

Privacy policy

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This session is conducted subject to everyone agreeing to the Chatham House Rules which means that participants can use the information in practice in their business but should not identify any organisation, individual or information that can be used to identify them.