WorkCover WA is increasing its client focus through a coordinated and systematic process of stakeholder engagement and participation. We are developing and promoting a culture of consultation that will build trust and confidence with stakeholders in the scheme.

The purpose of engaging with our stakeholders is to gather information and perspectives that can be used to improve the operation of the scheme such as:

• increasing the quality of policies and practices
• improving successful implementation of initiatives
• increasing the chances of voluntary compliance, and
• increasing the scope for partnerships.

Our Stakeholders

WorkCover WA’s key stakeholders include:

• workers injured through a work related accident or disease;
• employers who are required by law to take out workers’ compensation insurance;
• the Western Australian Government;
• insurers/self-insurers and insurance brokers;
• vocational training, human resource and OSH (occupational health and safety) officers;
• approved vocational rehabilitation providers (AVRPs);
• medical and allied health providers;
• legal practitioners and registered agents;
• unions and employer associations; and
• the community.