Beware of some convincing scams around and how to check your workplace really is a safe place to return to.

Australians lost over $630 million last year to scammers and during times of COVID, the scams have become even more sophisticated. We hear about the current ones that many of us have become victims to. 

For many people, it’s time to return to the workplace but you need to ensure that all precautions are taken to keep you safe and we’ll chat to an expert in that field. 

Some industries have been so badly impacted by COVID that they no longer offer any employment opportunities and returning to your old job may not be possible.  Maybe now is the time to consider a new path and we speak to a careers advisor who will give you the confidence to try something new.

Guests: 

• Delia Rickard –  Deputy Chair of ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission)
• Stephen Pehm – Occupational Health & Safety Consultant with Action OHS Consulting
• Kate Southam – Careers Writer and Advisor

Credits:

• Presenter: Jeff Sparrow
• Producer: Anita Gibson
• Editing and Sound Design: Alex Smith
• Production Management Team: Vicky Rouse and Abe Killian

The Consumer Coach, your pandemic financial survival guide is brought to you by the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia, supported by the Ecstra Foundation and heard across Australia on the Community Radio Network.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this online series is general in nature only and does not constitute personal financial advice. The information has been prepared without taking into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs.