ACC Services Charter

Delivering accident prevention, rehabilitation and compensation services to support the people of Samoa.

Our Purpose

The primary aim of the accident compensation scheme is to help prevent accidents, support the rehabilitation of injured persons, and provide financial compensation to individuals affected by accidents covered under the scheme.

Accident Prevention

Promoting safety awareness and accident prevention across workplaces, roads and public environments.

Rehabilitation Support

Providing assistance, medical coordination and support for recovery of accident victims.

Compensation Services

Providing financial support to individuals and families affected by accidents.

Service Standards

ACC operates under the Accident Compensation Act 1989 and Amendment Act 2003, ensuring fair, timely and effective service delivery.

Promote general safety and accident prevention for workers and the public
Provide compensation for workers injured by accidents
Provide compensation for dependants of deceased workers
Support medical treatment programmes for injured persons
Provide artificial aids and assistance for permanent disabilities

Funding of the Scheme

The accident compensation scheme is funded through contributions from employers, workers and public fuel usage.

1% Employer Levy
Paid by employers based on employee earnings.

1% Worker Levy
Paid by employees on their earnings.

Fuel Levy
A 5 sene per gallon levy applied to fuel used by motor vehicles and vessels.

ACC continues to ensure that all services are delivered in a fair, transparent and efficient manner for the benefit of the people of Samoa.