WorkCover SA investigates allegations of breaches of legislation, particularly the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1986.
Worker fraud occurs when a worker knowingly lies for the purpose of obtaining workers compensation payments to which he or she is not entitled. An inadvertent or unintentional incorrect statement is not a fraud.
Common examples
Common examples of worker fraud:
- Claiming for an injury that does not exist.
- Exaggerating an injury.
- Claiming for an injury that is not related to employment.
- Claiming weekly payments whilst continuing to earn from employment.
- Altering medical certificates to obtain an entitlement.
- Knowingly providing false information in relation to a claim for compensation.
Report fraud
If you suspect a worker may be committing an offence, please contact the Investigation unit. You can remain anonymous if you wish.