Occupational Therapy for Safer Workplaces
Practical support for safer, healthier working environments.
Our team partners with you to manage workplace injuries, support recovery and build better work habits. From manual handling to ergonomic audits, we provide guidance that empowers people and strengthens teams.​​
Injury Management
Support for a safe return to work
When someone is injured at work, quick support makes a difference. We aim to meet with the employer within 24-48 hours and ensure any modified duties are safe and achievable.
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Our practitioners collaborate with the care team to ensure a safe and appropriate return to duties. Injured team members receive education to reduce strain and improve movement.
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Graduated return-to-work plans are created when needed, with the employer and employee involved every step of the way.
Manual Handling Training
Safe movement that fits your workplace
We don’t just show people how to lift and move, we help them understand why it matters. Our training blends evidence-based education with practical insights to empower your team.
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We work closely with leadership teams to design manual handling training that’s practical, engaging, and aligned with your industry standards (e.g. Hazardous Manual Tasks Code of Practice, ACFI standards).
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Training can include office ergonomics, safe lifting techniques, and proper chair adjustment to support healthy posture.
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Employees leave with skills they can apply at work and beyond. We can also assess individual competencies when required.​​
Ergonomic Assessments
Proactive support for your workplace
We provide a wide range of services to assist employers in identifying and managing risks:
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Single workstation assessments or entire office audits take into consideration ergonomic workstation factors, addressing work practices, job rotation and workflow.​​
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Review of workplace accident and injury reports, consultation with management and other staff as appropriate.
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Workplace walk-throughs/visual inspection to identify major risks and outline practical, cost effective solutions.​​
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Review manual handling policies, procedures, practices and equipment.​​
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Assistance in the development of relevant policies and procedures.
FAQs
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What is mobile occupational therapy?Mobile occupational therapy means we come to you at home, school, work, or anywhere you're comfortable. This approach allows for more personalised, practical support in your everyday environment. We prefer this approach because it means you don’t have to figure out how to make the therapy ‘work’ at home. Learn more about how mobile occupational therapy works with and for your life here.
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Do you offer occupational therapy for adults and children?Yes, we support people across their lifespan. ActivOT practitioners offer paediatric occupational therapy, as well as for adults and older Australians, depending on the therapist's experience and interests. You can view your local therapist’s profile here.
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How can I find an occupational therapist near me?We have occupational therapists in QLD, NSW, VIC, SA and WA. Discover your local ActivOT Occupational Therapist and see how they can help you with your goals.
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Is ActivOT registered with the NDIS?Yes, many ActivOT therapists are NDIS registered or work with NDIS self-managed and plan-managed participants. Get in touch to find out how we can support your NDIS plan or to speak with a therapist who works in this space.
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Do I need a referral to see an Occupational Therapist?No, you can complete your own referral to work with our practitioners. Veterans are the only exception – if that’s you, here’s what you need to know about the DVA process. To start the referral process, head to our online referral form here. If you have questions before you get started, please feel free to get in touch with our team at connect@activot.com.au or on 1800 228 868.
We educate, not just instruct, empowering teams with the ‘why’ behind safer work habits.
Create safer, healthier workplaces
Safety is everyone's business
We invite you to fill in our online form to start your journey with ActivOT.
If you have any questions before starting, you are welcome to give us a call on 1800 228 868 or send us an email at connect@activot.com.au