Permanent impairment benefits: Information for workers

What it contains

To make an impairment benefit claim you must provide confirmation that you have sustained a workplace injury or illness, and have a permanent impairment as a result of this injury or illness. This document answers some questions you might have, such as:

• When can I make a claim for an impairment benefit?
• How do I make a claim for an impairment benefit?
• How is impairment assessed?
• What happens after the impairment assessment?
• What if I am unhappy with the decision?