What Type of Injury is Covered

What Type of Injury is Covered

What Type of Injury is Covered

Summary

Compensation may be payable for single‑incident injuries and for conditions that develop over time due to work duties.

Key Information

  • Specific incident injuries in the course of employment.
  • Medical conditions caused or aggravated by employment (including repetitive strain or wear‑and‑tear).
  • Specific occupational conditions such as industrial deafness, certain cancers, and lung diseases linked to work.

Referral or Escalation

Do a legal referral if there is uncertainty about work‑relatedness, gradual deterioration, psychological injury, or aggravation of a pre‑existing condition.

Practical Tips

  • Seek a clear diagnosis and statement of work‑relatedness in the medical certificate.
  • Capture details of duties and workload changes relevant to onset or aggravation.

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