A student on a field excursion breaks his or her leg. What are the insurance implications for the member of staff responsible?
The student needs to complete an accident/injury form and forward it to the Health, Safety and Environment Team in HRS. The student would be covered, firstly under Medicare and secondly, under the University’s Personal Accident Policy (if they do not have private health insurance). The staff member is covered by the University’s Public Liability Policy if the student decides to take an action against the staff member for alleged negligence.
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