Early Intervention
Early Intervention for Workplace Injury Prevention
Address discomfort early to prevent injury and keep your team at work
When employees first notice discomfort, it’s easy to ignore – but early signs often lead to more serious issues if it’s left unaddressed.
AIM’s Early Intervention Programme provides fast, practical support to address discomfort before it develops into pain, injury, or time away from work.
What Is Early Intervention?
This programme is designed to support employees at the first signs of discomfort.
By responding early, we can help employees stay at work, reduce the risk of injury, and minimise disruption to your business.
What’s Included
Our experienced clinicians provide:
✔ On-site assessment of the employee and their work tasks
✔ Observation and task analysis of activities contributing to discomfort
✔ Practical education on safer movement, task modification, and pacing
✔ Advice on alternative or modified duties if required
✔ Support with early treatment options where appropriate
✔ Referral to additional services such as physiotherapy or training if needed
A Practical, Workplace-Based Approach
We work directly with both the employee and the employer to understand the demands of the role and identify simple, effective ways to reduce strain.
The focus is on early action, practical solutions, and keeping people working safely.
What If Further Support Is Needed?
If symptoms progress or medical input is required, we can support the next steps – including guidance around ACC processes and access to appropriate health professionals.
Why It Matters
Early intervention helps:
- Prevent minor discomfort from becoming injury
- Reduce lost work time and associated costs
- Support employee wellbeing and confidence
- Maintain productivity and business continuity
What We Need From You
To get the best outcome, we recommend the referral is made as soon as possible after the discomfort is reported.
We’ll work with you to understand the role and support your employee through a safe and practical plan.
Want to learn more or refer an employee?
We’re here to support your team’s health, safety, and wellbeing – helping address discomfort early and keep people working and on-track. Click the button below to start the conversation.
FAQs
In such cases, employees will receive guidance on lodging an ACC claim, while employers can refer them to AIM for an ACC-funded Stay at Work programme. AIM also offers access to private medical specialists for expedited assessments and referrals, ensuring swift resolution.
Employers should refer employees to AIM promptly upon reports of discomfort or pain, provide clear insights into job roles, and remain available for communication with AIM clinicians. This collaboration ensures effective intervention and support for your employees' wellbeing.
The programme takes a holistic approach and includes onsite assessments, task analysis, education on task modification and biomechanical techniques, discussion on modified duties if necessary, and referrals to specialised workshops or medical specialists as needed.