Helpful tips if you become injured or ill at work and are filing a claim with WorkSafeBC
 
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  • Report the injury to your employer without delay
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  • Witnesses – Talk to them and ask them for a statement

  • See your health and safety rep

  • See a medical practitioner as soon as possible

    (You have the right to see your own doctor)

  • Proof  read all documents and paperwork (Dr and employer )

  • Be truthful

  • Get copies of employer’s report

  • Provide all necessary documents (witness statements etc.)

  • Keep photocopies for your own record

  • Keep a diary with a timeline of events

  • Employer must provide transportation to medical services if necessary (don’t drive yourself or ask a co-worker to drive you)


    If returning after injury on light duties…


  • Ask for safe and meaningful work