Worker Status Self-Assessment Tool - Disclaimer

This self-assessment tool provides general information about the distinction between a worker and an independent contractor in terms of who is to be included in wages declarations for premium calculation purposes. This sub site and tool also provides information on the rights and obligations of employers under the workers compensation and occupational health and safety laws. WorkCover does not guarantee that the information is complete or correct.

This tool does not represent a comprehensive statement of the law as it applies to particular problems or to individuals or as a substitute for legal advice. The tool is aimed at providing basic information to employers and a private ruling should be sort if the result of the tool is inconclusive or the tool cannot make a decision on the information provided. Although all care is taken to ensure that the information is correct at the time of publication, laws change over time and you should check the current legislation to ensure that the information is up to date.

WorkCover does not guarantee that a search for information conducted through this tool will provide you with an exhaustive list of the sources of information on the search topic.

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