If there is a new TPA, who is responsible for filing the report with the Director of Industrial Relations and what is the timeframe?

• A. The insurer
• B. The county auditor
• C. Yes, if manager has granted written approval
• D. The HR department

Answer: (C)

When a new third-party administrator is appointed for a California self‑insurance plan, the filing obligation to the Director of Industrial Relations is tied to the plan sponsor or employer, but it can be delegated. The key idea is that management must authorize who handles regulatory filings, so having written approval to assign the task to a specific manager or designated person ensures there is a clear, accountable responsible party. This approach keeps the process compliant without automatically placing the duty on the insurer or HR by default.

The report must be filed within the timeframe specified by the Director of Industrial Relations, meaning promptly after the change and within the regulatory deadline. Check the current DIR rules for the exact window, but the important point is that the authorized individual handles the submission within that deadline.