NSW Work Cover asking for stat dec to be completed before return to work?

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Sam1975

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16 March 2021
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I've been on work cover for the last few years, out of the blue workcover are asking for me to complete a statutory declaration to say that I've not worked since my injury claim. This came about after me mentioning I'm going to be starting a new job. Is this normal procedure? I thought that's what the certificate of capacity covered
 

Rob M

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11 July 2021
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Certificate of Capacity notes whether your GP considers you fit for work or not, and if fit for work what kind of restrictions you might have (hours, duties). Depending on what state you are in, there may be a 'worker declaration' where you say you are not in paid employment. Asking for a stat dec is a little strange, but it does happen.

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