CODE 2

v38#14 CA22 COMMENCED 1 YEAR AGO TODAY

In this edition - Today marks the one year anniversary of the certification of CA22. So whilst it’s important to note this passing of a full year since commencement, it’s hardly a cause for celebration.

v38#13 - WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CHANGES - PRESUMPTIVE LEGISLATION COVER INCREASE - UPDATE

In this edition - You will recall I provided Code 2 updates to you (most recently on 17 and 29 April 2024) regarding the changes to workers’ compensation laws currently making their way through the parliamentary process.

v38#12 INTERNATIONAL FIREFIGHTERS’ DAY

In this edition - As firefighters we dedicate our lives to protecting our communities and to looking after each other, and we take great pride in what we do.

v38#11 REMEMBERING IZZY NASH

In this edition - On 2 May 2023 FF Izzy Nash passed away as a result of injuries she sustained on the job at a structure fire. Izzy’s colleague Lia Drew was also badly injured in the same indecent.

v38#10 WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW CHANGES – UPDATE

In this edition - The process of the amendments to the workers’ compensation legislation continues. I reported that I’d give you an update on aspects of the amendments beyond the extension of deemed diseases from 12 to 22.

v38#9 WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CHANGES INTRODUCED TO QUEENSLAND PARLIAMENT

In this edition - I am pleased to report that after more than a year of work by your union, on Wednesday 17 April, 2024 the Hon Ms Grace Grace, Minister for Industrial Relations introduced a Bill amending the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003. I take this opportunity to thank Minister Grace on behalf of all firefighters for her and her department's engagement with your union on the journey to the Bill being tabled today.

v38# 8 PUBLIC HOLIDAY ENTITLEMENTS FOR EASTER, ANZAC DAY AND LABOUR DAY

In this edition - With the Easter period, ANZAC Day and Labour Day almost upon us, I provide the following to UFUQ members to clear up any confusion that may exist regarding what you are entitled to claim on the many upcoming public holidays.

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CODE RED

AUXILIARY UPDATE

Auxiliary Update - 05 October 2023

In this edition - The Queensland government has released the final report of the independent review into the operation of Queensland’s workers’ compensation scheme.

Auxiliary Update - 06 June 2023

In this edition - Despite many months of requests, the project team responsible for the development of the new availability and tracking app designed for use by auxiliary firefighters has chosen to say nothing and deliberately keep your union in the dark about the app.

Auxiliary Update - 25 January 2023

In this edition - Today the UFUQ state office held its first meetings with representatives from the Queensland state government, Workcover Queensland and other public sector unions, where discussions about the just announced review of Queensland’s workers’ compensation laws were held.

Auxiliary Update - 19 December 2022

In this edition - The silly season is upon us once again and on behalf of the UFUQ I wish every member a safe and Merry Christmas, and a happy New Year.

Auxiliary Update - 1 December 2022

In this edition - Public Holidays 2022/2023

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WHS Bulletin

v1#1 Hazard alert: air-conditioning ducts with steel wire frame

In this edition - I wish to inform all members of a significant health and safety hazard associated with BA operations when attending structural fires.