Understand if the people you employ are considered workers or contractors

Understand whether your employees are considered ‘workers’ by WorkSafe and whether it will affect your premiums.

Date last updated

Monday 28 Oct 2019

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Types of workers

Victorian workers compensation legislation states that individuals are considered workers in certain types of occupations or industries.

Select the type of worker that best suits your industry and context.

Types of workers A to Z

Contractors and workers guideline

How to tell if a contractor you have hired counts as a worker for the purposes of WorkCover insurance premiums.