Who We Are
The accident compensation scheme is a no-fault social insurance scheme that provides specific areas of cover and entitlement. Like any insurance system, it collects premiums based on the cost of providing those entitlements.
The scheme is characterised by an integrated and cost-effective approach to prevention, compensation and rehabilitation. However, the Act does not provide for the Board to make safety regulations or enforce safety in workplaces and on the roads.
Our History
The Accident Compensation Corporation was formerly called the Accident Compensation Board, established in 1978 following the approval by Parliament of the Accident Compensation Act 1978, which has now been revoked.
Further legislation is now in place, including the Accident Compensation Act 1989 and the Accident Compensation Amendment Act 2003. The Accident Compensation Act 1989 remains the principal Act.
Vision Statement
To create a sustainable accident compensation scheme and to be more responsive to the needs of the scheme beneficiaries.
Mission Statement
The Corporation will take a leading role in reducing the social, economic and physical impact of accidents covered under ACC mandate through:
- Safety Promotion
- Rehabilitation
- Processing of Compensation Claims
- Levy Collection
- Investments