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WORKERS COMPENSATION & REHABILITATION (RETURN TO WORK)

All "workers" & "deemed workers" as defined under the Act may be eligible to lodge a claim for workers compensation should they be injured or fall ill as a result of their employment.

Work through this site to find out more about workers compensation and how to start the process rolling should you be injured or fall ill through the course of your employment. 

For information on the University's Rehabilitation (Return to Work) Programs please click here.

INDEX

What is Workers Compensation?
Who is Eligible to Claim?
When to Claim?
How to Claim?
Workers Compensation Claims Process
Absence from Work/Lost Time
Ongoing Treatment/Other Expenses
Acceptance of Claims
Psychological Injuries
Rehabilitation Assistance
Responsibilities of the Employee
Responsibilities of the Employer
Responsibilities of the Nominated Treating Doctor
Responsibilities of the Insurance Company
Injury Management (Return to Work) Flowchart

WorkCover NSW
Workers Compensation Act 1987
Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation Act 1998
RTA Mobility Parking Scheme for Individuals
Complaints Management for University of Newcastle Staff