Travel and accommodation

Where you are required by your employer, their insurer or a medical practitioner to travel from your home to a medical appointment or rehabilitation provider, you can claim the cost of reasonable travel costs. Travel expenses incurred by a worker in obtaining an assessment by an Approved Medical Specialist can also be claimed. For workers in regional areas, reasonable costs may also include reasonable meals and accommodation expenses.

Payment of travel costs is best arranged through your employer or their insurer. Keep a record of your travel by recording vehicle kilometrage, appointment dates and times, and any public transport tickets or receipts.

Note that the insurer will only pay the rates set by WorkCover WA for travel, board and lodging expenses.

Workplace rehabilitation

Compensation for reasonable rehabilitation expenses is available, but there is a limit. For more information, see the Workplace rehabilitation providers page under the Returning to Work section.

Specialised retraining programs

These programs are available to assist a small number of workers for whom formal training or study is the only option for them to return to the workforce. Workers must meet strict retraining criteria and impairment levels to be considered for these programs. Note that if you participate in a specialised training program, you automatically waive your right to pursue common law damages.

For more information, download the Specialised Retraining Programs Fact Sheet (PDF - 800kb) or contact Advisory Services.