New requirements under the WorkCover system commence on 1 September 1998 and apply to all injuries or illness sustained by employees that are substantially caused by the work they are doing.
University staff must report all accidents as soon as they occur by completing form 27.05a - the "Register of Accidents and Injuries" and deliver it to the Personnel Office within 24 hours. Staff in the Personnel Office will notify the insurer as required by law.
Further information may be obtained at http://www.pers.mq.edu.au/OHS/newcompo.html