What if I think an accident, injury, illness or onset of pain is work-related?

Author: Mock Webware | Aug 16, 2022

Report it to your employer. A delay in reporting may mean a denial of your claim.
Get immediate medical attention as soon as possible. If you cannot see your family doctor immediately or you don’t have a family doctor, you must go to a walk-in clinic or emergency room at a hospital and report it as – a WSIB injury. A follow-up with your family doctor is necessary.
Report your injury to your family doctor and have him/her complete a WSIB Health Professional’s Report (Form 8). You must tell the treating medical practitioner that it is work related and explain the job duties performed. Walk-in clinics or the Emergency Room at a Hospital can also fill out a Form 8.
Have the employer complete the WSIB Employer’s Report of Injury/Disease(Form 7). Ensure that your employer provides you with a copy of the Form 7. It is your right to immediately receive a copy of the Form 7.
Complete the Form 6.
Inform a co-worker or witnesses of your injury. Obtain the name, addresses and phone numbers of any witnesses. Keep a journal of all your symptoms, medical appointments, tests, and surgeries.
Maintain a list of all the medication you must take.
Keep in contact with your employer regarding modified duties. You have a duty to cooperate with your employer.
Cooperate with your employer and the WSIB.
Keep a diary of the conversations you have with your employer and the WSIB.
Have all Functional Abilities Forms completed within 1 week.
Appeal all decision within the time limits set out by the WSIB's decision letters.
KEEP COPIES OF ALL DOCUMENTATION RELATED TO YOUR WSIB CLAIM!