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Prime does the HBF Activ City to Surf in style!Prime Health Group was proud to sponsor the HBF Activ City to Surf held on Sunday 31st August 2008. Prime hosted employees from Schlumberger, Tiwest, ERGT, BHP Billiton and VDM. Check out our photo album...
Specialist Services
Workers’ Compensation Claim Reviews
An occupational physician is available to assist with claim reviews, working closely with employer and insurer representatives to provide a comprehensive medical perspective. Benefits of the service include:
- Clarification of medical issues including diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Early identification of ‘warning signs’ for longer duration claims.
- Consistent case review to assist with quality management.
- A key liaison point with treating medical practitioners.
- An independent perspective on likely outcomes and potential intervention.
- A multidisciplinary approach to involve the health and safety team.
Specialist Opinions and Medico-Legal Reports
An occupational physician is available to provide second and medico legal opinions to assist with more complex injury management issues. Services include:
- A review of previous medical reports.
- Liaison with other treating practitioners as appropriate.
- A detailed medical examination.
- Provision of a report to assist in the management of the injured worker
- Onsite review to examine duties, physical demands and potential risk factors.
- Employer and insurer liaison to facilitate return to work outcomes.
Management and Staffing of On-site Medical Facilities
Prime offers a fully integrated approach to the establishment and management of on site medical and first aid facilities. Services include:
- Initial risk assessment and needs analysis.
- Establishment of medical centres including advice and assistance with provision of all equipment and supplies.
- Development of standard operating protocols and procedures.
- Provision of qualified Medics for field operations.
- Provision of backup medic personnel to cover for training and annual leave.
Poisons Permits
For remote sites that need to store and supply medications on-site, Prime can assist with the application for a Poisons Permit and medical staff can hold the permit for the company. An annual audit will also be conducted to ensure compliance with the Poisons Act.