Public Liability, Professional Liability, Malpractice

The University holds Public Liability, Professional Liability and Malpractice cover

Public Liability

Covers liability for personal injury, property damage, or advertising injury caused by an event in connection with University business.

Professional Liability

Covers liability in connection with the University’s professional services (e.g. analytical, and consulting services).

Malpractice

Covers liability for claims arising out of any negligence in the provision of health care.

Who is covered?

  • Staff - while undertaking activities as an employee of the University
  • University Council Members - while undertaking activities as a Council Member of the University
  • Students of the University - while undertaking University-approved activities (including research, practical placement etc)
  • Adjuncts and other honorary appointees - while undertaking activities as an honorary appointee of the University
  • Volunteers - while undertaking authorised activities of the University

For more information:

Current certificates of cover are available on the Insurance Certificates and Guides page.

Any incident which may give rise to a claim should be notified to insurance@scu.edu.au and a Riskware report submitted.

Consideration should also be given to appropriate measures to manage risk associated with University activities.

FAQs

It depends on whether the work experience is approved by Southern Cross University as part of your studies or a University-authorised activity.

Students are generally covered by the University's insurance when undertaking approved University activities, including placements, practical experience, and research activities.

Before starting your work experience, confirm with your relevant Faculty of College whether the activity has been approved and whether insurance cover applies.

You can obtain proof of the University's insurance from the Work Integrated Learning Team in your Faculty or College.

Being paid by a host organisation may affect whether University insurance cover applies to your placement.

Insurance arrangements can vary depending on the nature of the placement, your employment status, and the activities you will be undertaking. Because coverage depends on the specific circumstances, you should seek advice from the University Insurance and Risk Team before accepting paid work during your placement.