This is the web version of the discussion document Seeking feedback on the proposed additions to Schedule 2 of the Accident Compensation Act 2001.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is seeking feedback on proposed additions to Schedule 2, the list of occupational diseases in the Accident Compensation Act 2001 (the AC Act). Schedule 2 is the list of occupational diseases covered under the AC Act. For an occupational disease to be included in Schedule 2, there must be strong scientific evidence proving a causal link to a work-related risk.

MBIE is seeking feedback on proposed additions to the list of diseases covered under ACC where there is a link to workplace exposure.

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Titles of documents the Minister of ACC received from MBIE in 2022.

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