State-based self insurance

Workers compensation claims for self insured businesses
<strong>Breanna Bergin</strong>
Breanna BerginGeneral Manager, National Self Insurance

“Self-insurance is a big decision for any business. Our team appreciates being a TPA for your business and are committed to supporting your injury management and license needs.”

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When workplace injuries happen, quick and effective support is essential. For self insured businesses, it’s up to the employer to arrange care and recovery. Since 2014, we’ve helped businesses confidently manage this responsibility as a third-party administrator (TPA).

As a trusted TPA for self insured companies across Australia, we ensure claims are handled in full compliance with state legislation, prioritising employee recovery and return-to-work. Self insurance gives businesses more control over workers compensation claims, helping them to manage costs and streamline the process and experience for injured workers.

With experienced claims specialists across Australia who understand the challenges and requirements of self insurance, our tailored support ensures employers and workers are well taken care of, no matter where they are.

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Resources

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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.

Workers compensation: National updates and insights

This session is designed to provide employers with an update on current issues impacting workers compensation schemes, the latest trends, external factors and legal implications, and the expected implications of these issues for employers across the jurisdictional Workers Compensation schemes of SA, NSW and VIC.
Host : Internal

Upcoming sessions

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

Role of the return to work coordinator – VIC

This 2-day training workshop, conducted in Melbourne Victoria and endorsed by WorkSafe Victoria, empowers RTW Coordinators with vital tools to effectively manage return to work processes in accordance with legislation and injury management principles. Participants will engage with content to learn how to facilitate safe and sustainable return to work plans under the WIRC Act 2013. A WorkSafe VIC endorsed Certificate will be provided upon full participation in the RTWC training.
Host : Workplace Interventions

Engaging effectively with health professionals to improve return to work outcome

This session is designed for professionals involved in return to work (RTW) programs, including Human Resources Managers, Case Managers, and Rehabilitation Coordinators. It focuses on optimising the role of health professionals in facilitating effective and sustainable RTW outcomes for employees recovering from illness or injury. Participants will explore the crucial role that health professionals play in the RTW process. This session emphasises the importance of collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches and how to leverage the expertise of health professionals to support employee recovery and reintegration into the workplace.
Host : Work Rehab

Best practice in injury management: Plan, act, review

This session will cover the “Plan, Act, Review” Framework and will focus on the importance of early intervention, and injury management best practices to support return to work. This session will outline the key actions needed to set claims up for success, while also highlighting common barriers and red flags to watch for. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with a practical framework to plan, act, and review effectively when managing workplace injuries.
Host : Procare

Upcoming sessions

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

Strong minds, silent battles: Women’s mental health at work

Gender shapes how we experience mental health at work – and the data tells a clear story: women carry a disproportionate share of the risk. Join Keith Govias (EML), Dr Leah Collins (Transitioning Well), Rose Evans (Bridge Street Psychology), and Thea O’Connor (Menopause at Work) as they unpack the unique challenges women face in the workplace. Discover practical strategies for employers and employees to foster support, resilience, and wellbeing together.
Host : Internal

Navigating change for leaders: When uncertainty is the only certainty

Change in the workplace – whether in roles, teams, or the organisation, often brings uncertainty, which can feel overwhelming and stressful. Leaders face unique challenges during these times, as change impacts them and their teams. Everyone responds differently, so understanding emotional reactions and learning practical strategies is essential. In this 1.5 hour session, Transitioning Well will help leaders support themselves and others through change, focusing on managing anxiety, worry, and stress effectively.
Host : Transitioning Well

Mental Health First Aid (VIC)

The Accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training tailored for workplaces, enables participants to acquire vital skills to recognise, respond, and support adults facing mental health challenges. Our facilitators bring expertise to ensure your people are well-equipped to navigate mental health challenges confidently. A MHFA endorsed certificate will be provided upon full participation in the training.
Host : Access Psychology

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