Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) Flexible working arrangements Organisation The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) is the Crown Entity that manages New Zealand's accident compensation scheme. The scheme began in 1974 and is unique in the world. It provides comprehensive 24-hour, no-fault personal injury cover for everyone in New Zealand, whether they are a citizen, resident or a temporary visitor. In exchange for comprehensive cover, people do not have the right to sue for personal injury covered by ACC, other than for exemplary damages. ACC employs over 2,600 staff (unionisation rate approximately 30%) across New Zealand who administer around 1.8 million claims each year for treatment, rehabilitation and compensation for injured people. ACC's goal is to help injured people back to work or an everyday lifestyle as soon as possible. ACC is also actively involved in preventing injury through nationwide campaigns and targeted injury prevention programmes.