Employer obligations when lodging a claim

Employer obligations when lodging a claim

If a worker chooses to make a claim for a work-related injury or illness, they will need to complete the Worker’s Injury Claim Form and give it to you to complete the Employer section. You should also follow this process if you receive a Dependent’s claim for compensation form.

Please visit the WorkSafe Victoria website to find information on:

  • Acknowledge that you have received the claim in writing
  • Complete an Employer Injury Claim Report
  • Lodge the claim online within 10 calendar days
  • You may be asked to co-operate with a Circumstance Investigator
  • Your worker may be required to attend an examination
  • Appoint a Return to Work Coordinator if required
  • Develop a return to work plan
  • Stay in contact with your worker while they are off work
  • Check out the tips and tools to help you
  • Check out what your worker should be doing
  • Understand GB’s obligations