This advice is general only. Members must get specific advice in relation to any claim.
INJURIES AT WORK
If you are injured at work, your employer should be notified as soon as is possible in writing either by an incident book at the workplace, or through a letter.
If you have sustained an injury at work you should
Making a claim
These are the steps you need to take if you have been injured at work and need to make a WorkSafe compensation claim.
1. Get medical treatment
The most important thing you need to do is to get is appropriate medical treatment from your doctor.
2. Make sure your injury is recorded
You must notify your employer of your injury. You can notify them by letter, and/or by filling out the Register of Injuries in your workplace, which your employer is legally required to have.
The Register can be filled in by you, or by someone on your behalf. Either way, make sure it is done within 30 days of you being injured.
If you don't notify your employer of your injury you may not be entitled to compensation.
3. Get a medical certificate
If you believe you may need to make a claim, or if you can't do your normal job, you need to get a proper WorkSafe medical certificate. Contact CWU Vic to get more detailed information about the specific types of medical certificate you need, how long they last and when you need to get them.
The certificate needs to describe your injury, any anticipated time off work and possible alternative duties if required.
This is a very specific type of medical certificate. Contact CWU Vic for advice.[/alert_box]
4. If a motor vehicle was involved
If your injury is the result of a motor vehicle accident, you must also report the accident to the police.
5. Complete a claim form
If you need medical treatment or time off work as a result of your injury, you will need to complete a Worker's Injury claim form, which CWU Vic can help you get from WorkSafe Victoria.
Especially in cases of serious or enduring injury, contact CWU Vic to get more information on:
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