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New Year, New Resources on the Legal & Risk Self Service Portal
As the New Year rolls around, many third parties seek updated copies of the University’s insurance certificates. You may receive requests from study tour providers, placement host organisations, and others who provide services to the University. The certificates are issued yearly, with 2020 documentation available in the New Year. Regardless of the annual policy start […]
End of Year – Notifiable Event Reporting
The University manages risk in a variety of ways – one of them is to transfer risk to our insurers. The University has an extensive insurance program to provide cover for its people, its assets and activities. An important part of the contract between the Insurer and the Insured (us – the University) is disclosing […]
Change of University Insurance Broker
As of 1 October 2019, the University has moved its insurance brokering services from Arthur J Gallagher (AJG) to Marsh Pty Ltd. Marsh are able to assist with travel insurance arrangements and claim management. Extension to the travel insurance policy and insurance for private travel can be arranged by emailing uoa.travel@mmc.com. There is no change to […]
Your role in the University’s Insurance Renewal
The University maintains an extensive insurance program to protect its people, property and activities. The program consists of a range of policies that span the breadth of the University’s activities, from corporate travel to property to research projects. The program is renewed annually. Providing all relevant details to the insurer before they “accept the risk” […]
Notifiable Event reporting – on time, every time
All personnel at the University have a responsibility to report Notifiable Events as and when they happen. This duty of disclosure extends to staff, students, titleholders, volunteers, visitors, contractors and staff of Controlled Entities.
2018 Insurance Documentation now available
2018 Certificates of Insurance and updated Insurance Policy Guides are now available. Head to the Insurance section of the Legal and Risk Branch website to access guides for a range of topics including: University Travel Student Placements Clinical Trials and Human Studies Insurance Guides contain information on pre-conditions of cover, proof of insurance and claim […]
To notify or not to notify?
We all try our best to avoid mishaps, but even then things can go wrong despite our best efforts. Notifying adverse events as they occur is key when it comes managing insurance. To get the benefit of the insurance cover the University purchases, the University must comply with an ongoing “duty of disclosure” to its […]
The world is your oyster – Insurance for student overseas work placements
Many students are able to take advantage of fantastic work experience opportunities overseas. Working abroad provides students with a chance to put their academic knowledge into practice, as well as to gain an international perspective in their chosen field. In most cases, the University’s Public Liability and Travel insurance program will cover students who participate in […]
Dependable cover for your dependent
In some cases, the University of Adelaide corporate travel insurance policy extends to include spouses, partners or dependent children. Does this cover travelling overseas on University business? Yes. The University of Adelaide corporate travel insurance policy extends to spouses, partners or dependent children of staff members who are travelling on University approved business. If you are […]
Game of Drones
The “Game of Drones” has well and truly begun and Universities are at the centre of the action in exploring possible uses in education, research and other activities. Drones are becoming more commonplace, but before you play this game you must know the rules and ensure that any operations comply with the legislation. A drone is also known as […]