Using WorkCover WA Online
What is WorkCover WA Online?

WorkCover WA Online is an online platform used for a range of services including:

  • WorkCover Number (WCN) requests, National Insurers Data Specification (NIDS) file submission, premium rates data submissions, claims information, policy cancellation requests and downloading of NIDS reference codes.
  • The recording of workplace rehabilitation referrals by insurers and self-insurers, and outcomes by workplace rehabilitation providers.
  • Parties involved in conciliation, arbitration, settlements, and common law to make applications to and interact with WorkCover WA’s Conciliation and Arbitration Services.
  • Authorised Audiologists and ENT Specialists to record hearing test results.
  • Audiometrists and audiologists to record hearing test results until 30 September 2024.
What browser do I need to use to access WorkCover WA Online?

WorkCover WA recommends using the latest version of Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge. Also, ensure your firewall allows access to WorkCover WA Online.

What additional software do I need to use to access WorkCover WA Online?

To download PDF documents, Adobe Acrobat Reader or an alternate PDF reader is required.

What are the Specific Conditions of Use?

The use of WorkCover WA Online is governed by terms and conditions.

See the Specific Conditions of Use for further information.

Registering for WorkCover WA Online
How do I register for WorkCover WA Online?

On the WorkCover WA Online home page select Register Here. You will need to enter your first name, surname, email, phone and password.

You will need to activate multi-factor authentication using a mobile or landline phone number. For more information see the question ‘How do I register for multi-factor authentication?’.

To activate your account, check your email inbox for a link to confirm your email address and follow the prompts.

I am having difficulty registering, what do I do?

If you have a Local Security Officer (LSO), please contact them for assistance. (See “What is a Local Security Officer”).

Alternatively, you can Contact us.

Passwords and Multi-factor authentication
How do I reset my password?

Go to the WorkCover WA Online home page and select Forgot Password. Or if you are already logged into WorkCover WA Online, go to My Account and select Change Password.

You will be requested to enter your email address. This must be the same email address you have registered with WorkCover WA Online.

Check your email inbox for a link to reset your password and follow the prompts.

If you receive an error message (invalid code / email, etc.), please refresh your page and delete any saved passwords from your browser.

How do I register for multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

MFA is mandatory for all WorkCover WA Online users. Enter a mobile or landline* phone number, including the area code, when registering for WorkCover WA Online.

MFA against landline numbers which have an automated message service is not possible. Use a landline number without this feature or a mobile phone number.

I’ve entered the incorrect password, what do I do?

If you have entered an incorrect password or MFA code three times, you will be locked out of WorkCover WA Online. You will need to wait 10 minutes and try again with the correct password and MFA code or reset your password. You will not be able to re-enter or reset your password during this time.

Can I use an email address instead of a phone number for MFA?

No, emails are not considered secure for MFA purposes. A mobile or landline phone number is required.

WorkCover WA Online login
I am having difficulty logging in, what do I do?

Check you have registered for WorkCover WA Online and activated your account. See ‘How do I register for WorkCover WA Online’ for details.

If you have entered an incorrect password or MFA code three times, you will be locked out of the system. You will need to wait 10 minutes and try again with the correct password and MFA code.

What do I do if I forget my login details?

If you have a LSO) they may be able to confirm your registered email address.

If you have forgotten your password, see “How do I reset my password?’ 

How do I update my details?

To update your first name, surname and/or phone number, go to the WorkCover WA Online homepage and select My Account.

To change your login email address, go to the WorkCover WA Online homepage and select My Account. Add a secondary email address and select as your new primary email.

Sharing account details
Can I share my account with others?

No. You are responsible for the security of your email address and password which you must not disclose to any other person.

See Section 3 of the Specific Conditions of Use for further information.

Can my organisation have a shared or central user account?

No. Your email and chosen password authenticates you to WorkCover WA as the person you claim to be. You must not disclose your password to any other person.

Transactions received by this system, activated by the authorised user’s account details, are assumed to have originated from that user.

See Section 4 of the Specific Conditions of Use for further information.

Associations with service providers
How can I complete activities on behalf of a service provider?

Your account will need to be ‘associated’ with a service provider.

The available associations in WorkCover WA Online are:

  • Audiometrists (until 30 September 2024)
  • Audiologists
  • Insurers
  • Representatives
  • Self-Insurers
  • Workplace Rehabilitation Providers

This grants you permission to conduct business activities on their behalf through WorkCover WA Online.

How do I associate my account with a service provider?

You can submit a request for association with a service provider under My Account on the WorkCover WA Online homepage.

Select Request Association and a form will appear requiring you to select one of the following:

  • Workplace rehabilitation Provider (WRP) and the WRP name
  • Insurer and the Insurer name
  • Self-Insurer and the Self-Insurer name.

Submit the form and your LSO will approve your request.

Can I be associated with more than one service provider?

Yes, you can request associations with multiple service providers by repeating the Request Association process.

Why is my request for association still pending?

Requests to associate with a service provider are completed by your LSO. If your request is still pending, ask your LSO to review and process your request.

How do I access other service providers I’m associated with?

Go to the WorkCover WA Online homepage and select My Account, then My Associations. You can change the service provider by selecting Switch.

How do I terminate my association with a service provider?

Please contact your nominated LSO who can disassociate your user account.

Viewing information on WorkCover WA Online
I am a legal representative and I cannot see any conciliation or arbitration cases.

Check you have registered for WorkCover WA Online and activated your account. See ‘How do I register for WorkCover WA Online‘.

If you are registered, check you are associated with your organisation. See ‘How do I associate my account with a service provider’ for more information.

I am unable to open a document using the Unique Party Code provided to me.

Check you have registered for WorkCover WA Online and activated your account. See ‘How do I register for WorkCover WA Online‘.

If you are registered, check you are associated with your organisation. See ‘How do I associate my account with a service provider’ for more information.

What is a Local Security Officer (LSO)?
What is an LSO and what do they do?

The LSO is a nominated user for a service provider who is responsible for administering and maintaining the staff user accounts for WorkCover WA Online. Some service providers may not have a nominated LSO.

The LSO can:

  • approve or disapprove requests to associate with their service provider
  • disassociate existing user accounts with their service provider
  • grant or revoke approval for an LSO.
How do I become an LSO?

Where there is no represented Local Security Officer (LSO), a service provider must nominate an individual. This individual must raise an account on WorkCover WA online and request LSO access using the form on Contact us or contact CASonline@workcover.wa.gov.au to request a Local Security Officer Form.

WorkCover WA will process the request and notify the nominated individual.

Can I be an Local Security Officer for more than one service provider?

Yes, you can request associations with multiple service providers by repeating the Request Association process.

To change access between service providers, go to the WorkCover WA Online homepage, select My Account, then My Associations, then Switch.

Can a service provider have more than one Local Security Officer (LSO)?

Yes, a service provider can have more than one LSO.

Information for LSOs
How do I approve a user to be an LSO?

Go to the WorkCover WA Online home page, select My Account and search for the user in the user list.

Select Details, then Current Permissions.

Under the roles section, select Set as LSO.

How do I remove a user’s LSO approval?

A LSO’s access can be changed to a user only.

Go to the WorkCover WA Online home page, select My Account and search for the user in the user list.

Select Details, then Current Permissions.

Under the roles section, deselect Set as LSO.

How do I approve a user’s request to be associated with the service provider?

Go to the WorkCover WA Online home page and select Manage Users.

Requests requiring a decision will be listed in Pending Requests.

To approve a request, select Approve, then Confirm.

How do I decline a user’s request to be associated with the service provider?

Go to the WorkCover WA Online home page and select Manage Users.

Requests requiring a decision will be listed in Pending Requests.

To approve a request, select Decline, then Confirm.

How do I disassociate a current user?

Go to the WorkCover WA Online home page and select Manage Users.

Search for the user in the user list, then select Details, then Current Permissions.

Under actions, select Disassociate.