What are the benefits of reporting injuries early?

In addition to waiving payment of a claim excess, reporting a claim within the required timeframe can make a significant difference to the cost of a claim and may also reduce your premium. This is because the earlier a claim is reported, the sooner a coordinated approach to treatment and return to work can start. GIO can guide you step by step through the process of facilitating early recovery and return to work, which can reduce claims costs. This process is critical, as claims costs can directly impact workers compensation premiums paid by employers.

What are my workers compensation responsibilities as an employer?

As an employer, you must: have Workers Compensation Insurance be able to provide the name and address of your insurer, if asked prominently display at each workplace a summary of the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988 prominently display at each workplace details of your insurance coverage.

Important Update: GIO Workers Compensation Training Courses are postponed until further notice.

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Q: How do I get reimbursed for wages lost due to a work injury?

To be reimbursed for lost wages, you are required to send your GIO case officer a record of the time the worker has lost due to injury or illness. By sending this record to GIO, we can ensure that you are reimbursed promptly.

As a GIO Workers Compensation customer you have access to a comprehensive range of training programs and seminars, designed to assist businesses to prevent workplace injuries and reduce associated costs.

Introduction to RTW coordination (NSW)

17 Nov 2020

Sydney

2 Days

Effective Return to Work Management (WA)

18 Nov 2020

Perth

2 Hrs

Introduction to RTW coordination (NSW)

08 Dec 2020

Newcastle

2 Days

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Understanding Workers Compensation Wages (NSW)

19 Nov 2020

Sydney

3 Hrs

Understanding Workers Compensation Wages (NSW)

07 Dec 2020

Newcastle

3 Hrs

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GIO and National Safety Council of Australia: Partners in Safety

GIO Workers Compensation has been a dedicated Partner of the National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA) since 2011, working together to improve workplace health and safety throughout Australia.

Through our partnership we can provide our customers with 25% off a comprehensive range of face to face and online training courses to help you build safer and healthier workplaces.

You can view the full list of courses available here.

For more information on training and to access your discount, please contact us at workerscomp_product@suncorp.com.au

Frequently asked questions
for Workers Compensation

Reporting a claim within the required timeframe waives the payment of a claim excess, can make a significant difference to the cost of a claim, and may also reduce your premium.

Employers have a number of workers compensation responsibilities, including having Workers Compensation Insurance and, if asked, being able to provide the name and address of their insurer.

You must send your GIO case officer a fortnightly record of the time the worker has lost due to injury or illness.

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