A worker may qualify for the Commonwealth Government COVID-19 vaccine claims scheme if they suffer injury and loss of income. The Scheme will cover the costs of injuries above $1,000 due to a proven adverse reaction (where hospitalisation of 1 night is required). Further information is available here.   In the case of an adverse reaction to a COVID vaccine, it may be possible a worker to make a workers’ compensation claim. In order for a claim to be accepted, the worker will need to establish the causal connection between the vaccine side effect and employment (the test differs depending on which compensation legislation applies). You should call the Union to discuss your circumstances.