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Handle compensation claims

Handle compensation claims

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPLND011
State Code
AWU63
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
080313 - Public And Health Care Administration
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills required to determine eligibility of compensation claims. It includes responding to and settling claims by analysing legislation and applying it to the received claims.This unit applies to those working in administration roles processing compensation claims.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently while performing complex tasks within a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Respond to claims for compensation
  • 1.1 Assess and respond to claims within statutory timeframes.
  • 1.2 Serve compensation claims in the required format within the specified time period.
  • 1.3 Determine whether a claimant is entitled to compensation.
2. Determine compensation
  • 2.1 Determine settlement terms.
  • 2.2 Seek advice as necessary to deal with any non-routine aspects of claims.
  • 2.3 Negotiate agreement with the claimant.
  • 2.4 Prepare and process an action through court or compensation court if agreement cannot be reached.
  • 2.5 Prepare settlement documents in accordance with the compensation determination containing information that is technically correct.
3. Settle compensation
  • 3.1 Pay compensation, once a settlement is reached, within the required timeframe in accordance with agreements or court determination.
  • 3.2 Obtain settlement release from client and/or third party, as applicable.
  • 3.3 Store, maintain and secure records of finalised compensation claims.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8196 PSPLAND409A Handle compensation claims Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZX9 PSP40116 Certificate IV in Government Qualification