Popular NQ return to work conference open for registration

A regular sell-out, the North Queensland Injury Prevention and Return to Work Conference at the Ville Resort in Townsville on Friday 20 April is now open for registration.

Featuring high profile keynote speakers such as leading demographer Bernard Salt, the 2018 conference includes injury prevention for the first time, as well as the hottest return to work topics.

Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace said the conference is a must for safety and return to work professionals in the north.

“Over 300 people attend this event annually and the feedback has always been very positive,” Ms Grace said.

“This time, workers, employers, health experts and other highly credentialed experts will highlight the latest strategies for getting injured workers back on the job as soon as safely possible.

“And it’s not just about getting injured people back to work. This year there’s a strong focus on injury prevention – making sure employees stay safe and healthy on the job.”

Along with Bernard Salt, other keynote speakers include hand and plastic reconstructive surgeon Dr Cameron Mackay, organisational psychologist Simon Brown-Greaves, neuroscientist Dr Stanley Rodski, and fatigue expert Dr Matthew Thomas.

The conference highlights the latest trends and practices in injury prevention and return to work and features two break-out streams.

It is scheduled for Friday 20 April from 8.30am to 5pm at a cost of $220 per person. There’s also a free networking event the night before (5.30pm – 7.30pm Thursday 19 April) and a breakfast seminar for doctors at 7am on conference day (Friday 20 April).

More information on the North Queensland Injury Prevention and Return to Work Conference is available at worksafe.qld.gov.au, or call 1300 362 128.

Book now to avoid disappointment! 

Media contact: David Potter 0428 411617