OHS Reps @ Work

Visit your own doctor. The first visit is the most important one in deciding your claim.
time off to recover from your injury as long as it follows the WorkCover certificate provided by your doctor.
payment of reasonable medical and like expenses eg: doctor, physio, X-rays, etc
have your Union delegate or OHS Rep present when you talk to your employer about your injury
return to safe and meaningful work that your doctor agrees is within any necessary restrictions
a written 'return to work' plan if you have any restrictions or time off which will last more than 20 days
rehabilitation services and retraining that will help you get back to a safe job
a copy of any report related to your WorkCover claim so you can check that the information about you is accurate.

to see the company doctor for treatment as only your treating doctor (ie your own doctor) can treat you
to be escorted to the doctor by your employer or to have the employer attend the visit with your doctor.

give you a written 'return to work' plan if your doctor gives you any time off or restrictions which will last for 20 days or more
only follow your treating doctor's advice when preparing your 'return to work' plan
nominate a 'return to work co-ordinator' for you who will assist you in your safe return to work. Employers can be fined $1000 if they have not already nominated a RTW Co-ordinator.
draw up a plan to eliminate the source of your injury so that you can come back to a safe job and so that no-one else will be injured
must offer you work which you can do with the restrictions given by your doctor if your claim is accepted
must offer you your job back if you have recovered from your injury.

If you experience any problems, contact your delegate, your OHS Rep or your union immediately.

This leaflet is based on one produced by the National Union of Workers.

OHS REPS @ WORK