- WCB PEI: Two PEI Youths Recognized for Excellence in Workplace Safety September 28, 2021
The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) is pleased to announce that Elliot Fraser and Martina Ellis are the recipients of this year’s Safe Youth Award. The award, along with the $500 prize is presented annually to Prince Edward Island youth who demonstrate an understanding of occupational health and safety (OHS) principles, and take the initiative to apply them in their workplaces.
Continue reading → - WCB PEI – Employer Survey Underway September 24, 2021
The Workers Compensation Board’s biennial Employer Survey is now underway.
The telephone survey is being conducted by an independent research firm, Narrative Research, who will ask our clients about their satisfaction with our programs and services. Participation is entirely voluntary and confidential.
Continue reading →- WorkPlaceNL: Soft-tissue injuries account for the majority of all workplace lost-time injury claims in the workplace September 21, 2021
Over the past five years, musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs), or soft-tissue injuries, have accounted for 68 per cent of WorkplaceNL lost-time injury claims and $96 million in annual claim cost. MSIs such as sprains, strains, and inflammation may be caused or aggravated by work, but can be prevented.
Continue reading →- Assessment rates announced at YWCHSB annual information meeting reflect Yukon’s performance in workplace safety September 15, 2021
Yukon Workers’ Compensation Health and Safety Board (YWCHSB) held its annual information meeting today. The Board discussed operational highlights and the financial performance from the previous year, as outlined in the 2020 Annual Report. The report was released in May of this year.
Continue reading →- WorkSafeNB releases 2022 assessment rates August 12, 2021
Fewer workplace accidents, better rehabilitation and return-to-work outcomes, and an improved financial position have resulted in a significantly reduced assessment rate for 2022, WorkSafeNB announced today at its Annual General Meeting.
Continue reading →- WorkSafeBC: Inspection reports now available online July 29, 2021
WorkSafeBC inspections are an important part of ensuring health and safety in B.C. workplaces. During an inspection, a prevention officer will inspect your workplace and assess safe work practices in accordance with the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulation.
Continue reading →- Accessing WorkSafeBC services and keeping workers safe during the wildfires July 20, 2021
B.C. has declared a provincial state of emergency due to wildfires. WorkSafeBC encourages workers and employers to take steps to ensure they are able to continue accessing our services, and stay healthy and safe during this time.
Continue reading →- WorkSafeBC’s preliminary average premium base rate to remain unchanged in 2022 July 15, 2021
Fifth straight year with flat average base rate, consistent with WorkSafeBC’s goal of keeping rates stable
Richmond, B.C. — WorkSafeBC announced today that the preliminary average base rate for 2022 will remain unchanged at 1.55 percent of employers’ assessable payroll. This will be the fifth year in a row that the average base rate has remained at this level, consistent with WorkSafeBC’s goal of keeping rates stable.
Continue reading →- WorkSafeBC: Extensions of coverage for the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction’s work experience programs July 14, 2021
On March 30, 2021, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved amendments to three existing extensions of coverage under section 7(2)(b) of the Workers Compensation Act (Act) for work experience programs administered by the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction.
Continue reading →- WorkSafeNB launches fall protection blitz July 8, 2021
At WorkSafeNB, we know that falls continue to be a leading cause of serious workplace injuries in New Brunswick. We also know employers care about their employees’ well-being…and so do we.
Continue reading → - WorkPlaceNL: Soft-tissue injuries account for the majority of all workplace lost-time injury claims in the workplace September 21, 2021