Supporting employers

The partner of choice for employers in NSW

Be supported by the experts you can trust.

As our customer, you will be supported by a dedicated claims team who will work with you to understand the needs of your business and deliver compassionate care to your people should they be injured in a work-related incident.

We’re the experts in personal injury claims management. It’s what we do best and we remain the only Claims Service Provider (CSP) consistently meeting or exceeding icare NSW’s return to work performance metrics.  

In addition to our expertise in claims management, we also offer our customers free access to a range of WHS tools, online training, facilitated events, world first research programs and pilots designed to improve workplace health, safety and wellbeing through the Mutual Benefits Program. These benefits apply even if you never make a workers compensation claim. 

Whether you’re a current EML customer, a previous customer ready to return to us or if you are entirely new to our business, our team is ready to assist you.

Why EML?

As an EML customer, you can be assured that your business and your people are supported by a team committed to continuous improvement and supported by sophisticated systems focused on outcomes.

EML remains the only CSP to meet or exceed return to work (RTW) targets across all metrics

We have the most experienced claims teams in NSW, with low caseloads and dedicated initiatives to support workers recover from injury and return to employment.

Consistently exceeding compliance targets

Ensuring liability decisions and payments are made on time is the foundation of quality case management. We are proud to lead performance across these key metrics, while continuing to manage a significantly higher proportion of claims in NSW.

Investing to maintain low caseloads in NSW

We know that lower caseloads ensure our case managers have the capacity to deliver better outcomes, giving them more time for proactive and strategic case management. Since March 2023, our average caseload has reduced by a further 15% and is now one of the lowest in the NSW Scheme, at an average of 38 per case manager.

Delivering a positive customer experience

The workers compensation claims process can be challenging, which is why we maintain a high level of proactive communication and service to all stakeholders. This approach helps avoid unnecessary delays or confusion that can hold up the progress of a claim.

At EML, we're different

In addition to investing in our legal, mental health, work capacity and RTW specialists, we continuously work to improve our claims service model and ability to deliver compassionate care to help people get their lives back.

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Mental health claims which involve interpersonal conflict are some of the most complex we manage; with longer durations, higher costs and lower return to work rates. Since 2024, our Recovery Pathways team has provided additional support for the first 14 weeks of these claims; helping workers access treatment and, as qualified mediators, effectively supporting conflict resolution with all stakeholders. The early results are incredibly promising with improved return to work outcomes, earlier access to treatment and higher upgrades in capacity.

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When it comes to recovery, face to face support can make all the difference. That's why our team of NSW-based mobile case managers work directly with injured workers, employers and treating doctors to speed up recovery, reduce stress and improve return to work outcomes. In 2025 alone, our team conducted over 8,400+ visits and teleconferences; helping to fast-track treatment with their ability to provide immediate approvals and reducing barriers to recovery and return to work by improving communication between all parties involved in a claim.

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Both physiotherapy and prescription medication play crucial roles in helping injured workers recover from workplace injury and both can significantly influence recovery outcomes when not appropriately monitored. Our team of in-house physiotherapists and pharmacists leverage their clinical experience to ensure treatments remain clinically justified, evidence-based and focused on recovery.

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Musculoskeletal disorders are a leading cause of workplace injuries and responsible for most of the workers compensation claims in Australia. Our Wearable Technology Workplace Risk Assessment is a powerful solution for employers with physically demanding roles. By tracking job tasks in real time through Bluetooth sensors, our consultants can analyse movement patterns, highlight high-risk activities, and provide data-driven strategies to prevent injuries and support faster recovery.

Support for employers in NSW

Premium management

All workers insurance policy and billing services are managed by icare. For further information regarding a new or existing policy or to request a certificate of currency visit the icare website.

Forms and resources for employers

Visit the icare website to access useful forms and resources for claims and premium management.

SIRAs guide to employer responsibilities

The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) outlines obligations for employers in NSW regarding workers compensation.

Resources

Resources for claims, recovery and workplaces

Training

Customised and flexible learning for workplace peace of mind

Upcoming sessions

Browse our training across workers compensation, health and safety, return to work and mental health.

Upcoming sessions

Browse our training across workers compensation, health and safety, return to work and mental health.

Migrant worker and cultural awareness in the workplace

Australian workplaces are diverse and many workers come from migrant and multicultural backgrounds. Employers have a duty to ensure that all workers are healthy and safe at work, and this will require you to tailor your approach to meet the needs and abilities of all workers. This session covers some ways that employers can manage WHS risks in a sensitive way, through tailored communication, consultation, cultural and religious awareness.
Host : PHSA

Psychosocial hazards and risk management

Psychosocial hazards can have a significant impact on wellbeing, performance, and workplace safety. This session will build awareness of the legal and practical frameworks for identifying, assessing, and managing psychosocial risks, while supporting participants to apply effective risk and injury management approaches.
Host : Recovre

Occupational violence and aggression training

This session explores strategies to recognise, respond to and manage occupational violence and aggression in the workplace. The training focuses on early awareness, effective de-escalation communication, and practical safety measures to support safer interactions and reduce risk in the workplace.​
Host : PHSA

Upcoming sessions

Browse our training across workers compensation, health and safety, return to work and mental health.

Understanding biopsychosocial risk factors and assessments

Successful recovery after a workplace injury is influenced by more than the diagnosis or severity of injury. Research consistently demonstrates that psychosocial factors often have a greater impact on recovery and return-to-work outcomes than the physical injury itself. This session provides employers, RTW coordinators and supervisors with practical knowledge to identify psychosocial risk factors that may delay recovery, understand the purpose of biopsychosocial assessments, and implement workplace strategies that support recovery and durable return-to-work outcomes.
Host : KINNECT

Developing task analysis and job dictionaries

This session introduces the concept of suitable work and the legislation that underpins it, while explaining the benefits of offering suitable work for both the worker and the organisation. This will cover how task analysis supports the development of job dictionaries, along with RTW arrangements, additional tools, and key resources to help apply these concepts in practice.
Host : Recovre

Suitable duties for psychological injuries

This course is designed to provide an overview of the common types of injuries and the medical terminology that often arise in the personal injury sector. With a better understanding of injuries and their impacts, Return to Work Coordinators and other Health and Wellbeing Practitioners will be more effective in the management of each claim and increase the opportunities for promoting the worker’s return to work and health.
Host : IPAR

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