Following the passage of the Safety, Return to Work and Support Board Act 2012 the Standing Committee on Law and Justice was given legislative responsibility for the oversight of the WorkCover Authority.
The WorkCover Authority is responsible for ensuring productive, healthy and safe workplaces in New South Wales and undertakes a range of activities including monitoring, enforcement and education of workplace health and safety. It also manages funds and insurance administration.
Please note the terms of reference prevent the Committee from investigating individual participants or applications for participation in the WorkCover Scheme. Legislative Council Report Debate, 17 September 2014
