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    Keeping exercise balls safe

    Fitness equipment is designed to improve a user’s health and fitness. However, all fitness equipment carries a risk of causing injuries, especially when that equipment is damaged. Exercise ba...

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    Managing complaints in podiatry

    Receiving a complaint is often an unexpected part of running any business, including a podiatry practice.  No business is immune from receiving a complaint, regardless of how successful it is ...

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    Managing complaints in physiotherapy

    Receiving a complaint is often an unexpected part of running any business, including a physiotherapy practice.  No business is immune from receiving a complaint, regardless of how successful i...

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    Managing complaints in Chinese Medicine

    Receiving a complaint is an unexpected part of running any business.  No business is immune from receiving a complaint, regardless of how successful it is or how customer focused staff are.&nb...

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    Managing complaints in osteopathy

    No business is immune from receiving a complaint, regardless of how successful it is or how customer focused staff are.  There can be a tendency to see a complaint as a personal criticism rath...

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    Managing complaints in veterinary practice

    Receiving a complaint is often an unexpected part of running any business, including a veterinary practice.  No business is immune from receiving a complaint, regardless of ho...

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    Advertising regulated health services

    All employers, business owners, contractors and employees have an obligation to create and maintain a safe working environment. And to do this we all need to think about ...

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    Risks associated with clients seeing multiple veterinarians

    Guild Insurance regularly undertakes reviews of veterinary claims. It has been found that there is a significant trend in claims involving treatment being provided by at least two ...
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    When clients see multiple AEPs

    Guild Insurance regularly analyses claims data to understand factors contributing to claims and complaints.  This analysis has highlighted a trend where claims involve treatment by at least tw...

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    Is your early learning centre prepared for the Reportable Conduct Scheme?

    The Victorian Government introduced changes to its Reportable Conduct Scheme that came into effect on 1 January 2019. The changes impact Early Learning Centres, Out of School Hours and Occasional C...

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    Received a complaint? When to notify Guild Insurance.

    Imagine if you’re advised by Ahpra that a patient has complained about the treatment you provided, suggesting it was performed negligently. As you’re sure your treatment was ap...

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    Guild's guide to a risk free holiday season

    With the holiday season approaching, it’s time to remind ourselves of the possible threats to our homes and cars during this time. In the lead up to what should be a ...

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    Preventing glass damage

    Don’t underestimate the inconvenience of damaged windows or shop fronts. Prevention is always better than cure!

    • Reduce the opportunity for damage by installing:
        ...
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    Tips for the holiday season

    Why do risks increase at this time of the year?

    The summer months are a busy time of year for the retail sector. Extended trading hours and an increased number of shoppers ...

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    How to avoid a claim against you

    Take a look at our short video for some tips that you can use everyday. Give yourself the best chance to avoid a claim being made against you.
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    Business cyber security obligations

    Cyber-attacks are a constant threat to individuals and businesses. From malware to phishing, cyber security risks are on the rise and attacks are becoming more sophisticated. While you may think yo...

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    Business continuity planning

    In business, continuity is the key baseline for success.  It might seem obvious, but it’s surprising how many people rely on your business opening its doors everyday.

    Too often b...

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    Cybercrime - tips to safeguard your business

    Technology has not only revolutionised the way we think, communicate and do business… It’s changed the way we need to protect ourselves.

    Cybercrime is one of the fastest growin...

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    Don't let social media damage your career

    Although social media can open the door to an exciting online community, it has made it harder to separate yourself from your professional life.

    Here’s fiv...

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    Do you have the right insurance for your fitness business?

    Sally began her career as a personal trainer in 2012. With high hopes and wanting to make sure she did the right thing Sally purchased an exercise professional liabilities policy. Her hard wor...

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