20 April 2023
Applications are now open for existing workplace rehabilitation providers to be re-accredited under the new Tasmanian Accreditation Framework. Applications must be received by 28 May 2023.
Read more about how to re-apply for accreditation as a workplace rehabilitation provider.
13 December 2022
Updated March 2023
The WorkCover Board Tasmania has considered stakeholder feedback received in response to the Issues Paper and recommendations presented by the Rehabilitation and Compensation Committee at its 10 August 2022 meeting.
Read the list of the decisions made by the Board.
It is anticipated that the new Framework will come into effect from 1 July 2023.
From April 2023, these resources will be available:
- an accreditation requirements document explaining the Tasmanian Accreditation Framework for WRPs
- an application form to apply for accreditation as a WRP.
Ahead of these resources, read this information about the application process, membership, accreditation and registration.
If you have any questions ahead of next year’s information, email workcover.tasmania@justice.tas.gov.au
25 October 2022: Public feedback released
The feedback received during the stakeholder consultation phase has been compiled into a combined public submissions paper, available at the Department of Justice Community Consultation webpage under the heading 'What other people have said'.
30 June 2022: Expert panel’s recommendations
At the meetings on 22 June 2022, the WorkCover Board Tasmania's Rehabilitation Advisory Panel made its recommendations to the Rehabilitation and Compensation Committee about the proposed Tasmanian Workplace Rehabilitation Provider Accreditation Framework.
A paper discussing these recommendations will be presented to the Board for its consideration, at its next meeting on 10 August 2022.
26 April 2022: Public submissions now closed
Stakeholder feedback is now closed.
22 March 2022: Public submissions opened
The WorkCover Board Tasmania is reviewing the Tasmanian accreditation framework for Workplace Rehabilitation Providers (WRPs). As part of this review, the Board is seeking stakeholder feedback between 22 March until 22 April 2022.
The aim of the framework is to ensure WRPs operating within the Tasmanian workers compensation scheme are following best practice, and therefore ultimately providing the best possible service for injured workers accessing workplace rehabilitation services in Tasmania.
An Issues Paper has been prepared to allow stakeholders the opportunity to provide comment and further information to the Board. When providing feedback stakeholders must address the terms of reference outlined in the Issues Paper.
Workplace Rehabilitation Provider Accreditation Framework in Tasmania Issues Paper (PDF, 431.1 KB)