Fraud could be committed against the workers compensation system by someone who is indirectly involved in the claim.

Examples of other types of fraud:

• Spouse/partner/relative/friend of a worker or employer, eg a spouse or partner who submits a false document on behalf of the worker.
• A witness to an alleged work related injury, eg a co-worker who makes a false statement supporting a fraudulent claim.
• Staff involved in administering the system, eg internal fraud.

Such persons will be investigated and prosecuted in the same manner as an employer, injured worker or service provider that commits fraud against the system.