We all play an important role throughout the injury management and return to work journey
You have the right or rights to:
choose your nominated treating doctor
choose your approved rehabilitation provider
choose your treatment providers
have a say in your return to work plan
have union representation, if required.
You have a responsibility to:
participate with all reasonable requests from CMI, your doctor and your employer during your claim
cooperate and comply with your injury management and return to work plans. If you do not comply with your injury management plan, CMI may suspend your benefits
maintain regular contact with your employer regarding the progress of your injury
immediately notify your employer and/or CMI of any changes in your condition
notify CMI immediately if any of your employment circumstances change.
Your employer must:
notify CMI within 48 hours of becoming aware of the incident
consult with you, your treating doctor (if appropriate) and CMI about your injury management and return to work plans.
They should also:
identify suitable duties, where reasonably practicable, to support you while you re recovering
maintain regular communication with you until you recover from your injury and return to your pre-injury duties.