Your practical toolkit for injury management & early intervention.
We can't wait to have you back.
Make return to work simpler, safer and more certain. The Good to Go initiative, developed by the Australian Rehabilitation Providers Association (ARPA) with national industry input, helps businesses confidently manage injuries, recovery, and return to work so your people come back supported, ready, and well.
It can be hard to know what to do next.
To ensure maximum impact, ARPA has developed a suite of practical communication tools, targeted resources, and compelling storytelling that make it easier for employers to engage in the RTW process. These include:
Leveraging platforms to create awareness and engage employers and employees through digestible, relatable content.
Tailored advice and resources that meet the unique needs of different industries, ensuring relevance and practicality for all employers.
Showcasing the positive outcomes of early and supported RTW to inspire action and dispel myths.
Leveraging platforms to create awareness and engage employers and employees through digestible, relatable content.
Tailored advice and resources that meet the unique needs of different industries, ensuring relevance and practicality for all employers.
Showcasing the positive outcomes of early and supported RTW to inspire action and dispel myths.
From “what now?” to “we’ve got this.”
The impact employer support has on Australian’s recovering from an injury is widely recognised as the primary determinant to success.
This nationwide, industry‑led campaign equips you with practical resources and simple tools to confidently welcome your staff back to the workplace. Together, we can dismantle stigma, strengthen productivity, and send a powerful message to your workforce: you matter, and we can’t wait to have you back.
Good to Go is a free return-to-work hub built by ARPA to support Australian employers.
Early support cuts downtime, cost and confusion.
The longer you wait, the harder it gets. Acting early, even just checking in, can make all the difference.
- Scheduler
- SMS Templates
- Red Flag Alerts
- Conversation Starters
- Stay-in-Touch Guide
- Goal Setting Tool
Return to Work (RTW) Outcomes.
Safe Work Australia’s recent commissioned study into Return to Work (RTW) outcomes, the following factors were significant in influencing successful return to work outcomes.
Employer's Response
A positive response from employers, including supportive and timely actions, provision of suitable duties, and fair treatment, is associated with higher RTW rates. Early case management and maintaining the employee-employer relationship are crucial.
Early Intervention
Early intervention improves RTW outcomes. Effective early reporting systems and a supportive workplace environment foster early reporting and rehabilitation.
Employee Concerns
Concerns about lodging a claim often reflect anticipated negative responses from employers. This can delay claim lodgement and worsen the condition.
Workplace Environment
Mentally healthy workplaces with well-managed psychosocial hazards increase employee morale, reduce time off work, and lower compensation claim costs. Support for employees from managers or supervisors is crucial.
From “what now?” to “we’ve got this”
“We didn’t have anyone managing injuries in our business, so when we had our first one, it was pretty confusing. These tools have made a big difference; I actually feel comfortable with injury management now. I’m just a plumber, this isn’t my specialty, but I’ve already filled out and printed the health network poster, along with a few of the cheatsheets.”
– Dane McGuinness, Sydney Relining
Reducing Stigma, Building Capability.
The campaign also seeks to tackle stigma and misconceptions about injured employees by educating employers and the broader community on the realities of recovery. ARPA recognises that stigma can act as a barrier to recovery, limiting opportunities for employees to reintegrate into their roles. By addressing these issues, the campaign aligns with research indicating that workplaces with strong RTW cultures and leadership deliver significantly better outcomes for injured employees .
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Common questions from employers like you answered clearly and simply.
Honest, plain-English answers to the things you’re probably wondering.
“Why do we need to do this if it wasn’t a serious injury?”
Because how you respond sets the tone, whether it’s a sprain or something major. Early contact, good communication, and flexible duties reduce costs, improve morale, and help prevent claims from dragging out.
“Do we have to offer suitable duties? Is it required?”
If it’s safe and appropriate, yes, it’s one of the most effective ways to support recovery. We’ll provide example duties, and your insurer can help too.
“What if there’s nothing suitable on-site? I can’t think of anything”
Then we look at off-site or alternative options: admin, training, support tasks, or even modified hours. Recovery doesn’t have to happen all in one place.
“Won’t this just create more work for managers?”
Not if done right. A simple call, a clear plan, and light contact go further than endless paperwork and long absences. It’s a short-term effort for long-term gain.
News and stories center.
Explore insightful content that keeps you ahead of the curve and on the pulse of what’s happening in Return to Work.
The First 14 Days After an Injury: A Simple Plan That Works
When an injury happens at work, the first two weeks can make or break recovery.
Suitable Duties When Your Team is Small: A Practical Menu
For small-to-medium businesses, the idea of “suitable duties” can feel impossible.
Communication That Speeds Recovery
Recovery isn’t just about treatment, it’s about communication.
