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What type of injuries and illnesses are covered by workers’ compensation?

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	* '''physical injuries''', such as a broken bone, burn, or concussion		* '''physical injuries''', such as a broken bone, burn, or concussion
	* '''diseases''', such as cancer or a respiratory disease like asbestosis		* '''diseases''', such as cancer or a respiratory disease like asbestosis
	* '''psychological injuries''' (the law uses the term mental disorders), such as diagnosed anxiety caused by harassment or some other traumatizing incident at work		* '''psychological injuries''' (the law uses the term '''mental disorders'''), such as diagnosed anxiety caused by harassment or some other traumatizing incident at work

	For your claim to be successful, the injury or illness must have arisen out of and in the course of your employment.		For your claim to be successful, the injury or illness must have arisen out of and in the course of your employment.

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	Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s workers’ compensation program comes in.		Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s workers’ compensation program comes in.

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	==Common questions==		==Common questions==

Elena Renderos at 05:45, 6 November 2024

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	:'''Workers’ Advisers Office'''		:'''Workers’ Advisers Office'''
	:A government office that helps workers with claims for workers’ compensation benefits. They are separate from :WorkSafeBC and there’s no charge for their services.		:A government office that helps workers with claims for workers’ compensation benefits. They are separate from WorkSafeBC and there’s no charge for their services.
	:Call 1-800-663-4261		:Call 1-800-663-4261
	:[https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/employment-standards-advice/personal-injury-and-workplace-safety Visit website]		:[https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/employment-standards-advice/personal-injury-and-workplace-safety Visit website]

Elena Renderos at 03:02, 10 October 2023

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	Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s workers’ compensation program comes in.		Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s '''workers’ compensation''' program comes in.

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	Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s workers’ compensation program comes in.		Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s workers’ compensation program comes in.

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	If you disagree with the decision on the review, you can usually '''appeal''' to the [http://www.wcat.bc.ca/ Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal]. You cannot appeal review decisions on some issues, such as vocational rehabilitation benefits, certain types of disability awards, and whether benefits are paid as a lump sum.		If you disagree with the decision on the review, you can usually '''appeal''' to the [http://www.wcat.bc.ca/ Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal]. You cannot appeal review decisions on some issues, such as vocational rehabilitation benefits, certain types of disability awards, and whether benefits are paid as a lump sum.

	If you decide to appeal, you must do so within '''30 days''' of the decision of the review division. For details on the process, see our information on [[Appealing a Workers' Compensation Decision (~~Script~~ 286)\|appealing a workers’ compensation decision (no. 286)]].		If you decide to appeal, you must do so within '''30 days''' of the decision of the review division. For details on the process, see our information on [[Appealing a Workers' Compensation Decision (No. 286)\|appealing a workers’ compensation decision (no. 286)]].

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	Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s workers’ compensation program comes in.		Getting hurt or ill on the job not only impacts your health, but can leave you without a source of income. That’s where British Columbia’s workers’ compensation program comes in.

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	===What type of injuries and illnesses are covered by workers’ compensation?===		===What type of injuries and illnesses are covered by workers’ compensation?===
	The program covers a wide range of occupational injuries and illnesses, including:		The program covers a wide range of occupational injuries and illnesses, including:

	* '''physical injuries''', such as a broken bone, burn, or concussion		* '''physical injuries''', such as a broken bone, burn, or concussion
	* '''diseases''', such as cancer or a respiratory disease like asbestosis		* '''diseases''', such as cancer or a respiratory disease like asbestosis
	* '''psychological injuries''' (the law uses the term ~~'''~~mental disorders~~'''~~), such as diagnosed anxiety caused by harassment or some other traumatizing incident at work		* '''psychological injuries''' (the law uses the term mental disorders), such as diagnosed anxiety caused by harassment or some other traumatizing incident at work

	For your claim to be successful, the injury or illness must have ~~occured~~ in the course of your employment.		For your claim to be successful, the injury or illness must have arisen out of and in the course of your employment.

	For more, see our [https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/~~making~~-a-claim~~-for-workers-compensation~~/ in-depth coverage].		For more, see our [https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/workers-compensation-claim/ in-depth coverage].

	===What do I do if I get injured at work?===		===What do I do if I get injured at work?===
	First, report the injury to your employer right away. They’re responsible for getting you any necessary first aid and taking you to a medical facility (if needed).		First, report the injury to your employer right away. They’re responsible for getting you any necessary first aid and taking you to a medical facility (if needed).

	Second, see your physician. Your doctor will recommend treatment, and may refer you to another health care practitioner. Ask them if there are modified work duties you can continue during your recovery. Make sure to let your health care providers know you were injured at work.		Second, see your physician. Your doctor will recommend treatment, and may refer you to another health care practitioner. Ask them if there are modified work duties you can continue during your recovery. Make sure to let your health care providers know you were injured at work.

	Third, start a claim for '''workers’ compensation'''. This is a BC government program that compensates workers who suffer a workplace injury or illness. We have in-depth coverage of [https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/~~making~~-a-claim~~-for-workers-compensation~~/ making a claim for workers’ compensation].		Third, start a claim for '''workers’ compensation'''. This is a BC government program that compensates workers who suffer a workplace injury or illness. We have in-depth coverage of [https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/workers-compensation-claim/ making a claim for workers’ compensation].

	===If my workers’ compensation claim is accepted, what do I receive?===		===If my workers’ compensation claim is accepted, what do I receive?===

	WorkSafeBC — the agency that runs BC’s workers’ compensation program — offers a variety of benefits and services to those who are eligible. Depending on the nature of injury or illness, you could receive:		WorkSafeBC — the agency that runs BC’s workers’ compensation program — offers a variety of benefits and services to those who are eligible. Depending on the nature of injury or illness, you could receive:

	* health care benefits and services, to cover the cost of health care services and supplies considered reasonably necessary to treat your injury or illness		* health care benefits and services, to cover the cost of health care services and supplies considered reasonably necessary to treat your injury or illness
	* wage-loss benefits, to compensate you if you lose pay as a result of your injury or illness		* wage-loss benefits, to compensate you if you lose pay as a result of your injury or illness
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	* permanent disability benefits, to compensate you if your disability is likely to impair your future earning capacity		* permanent disability benefits, to compensate you if your disability is likely to impair your future earning capacity

	If you had a condition that predated the workplace injury, workers’ compensation only covers you for the problems caused specifically by the workplace injury.		If you had a condition that predated the workplace injury, workers’ compensation only covers you for the problems caused specifically by the workplace injury.

	We explain each type of benefit in our guidance on [https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/~~making~~-a-claim~~-for-workers-compensation~~/ making a claim for workers’ compensation].		We explain each type of benefit in our guidance on [https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/workers-compensation-claim/ making a claim for workers’ compensation].

	===I’m self-employed. Am I eligible for workers’ compensation?===		===I’m self-employed. Am I eligible for workers’ compensation?===
	In BC, there’s no requirement for self-employed workers to register for coverage under the workers’ compensation program. But if you’re self-employed, you may be able to purchase '''optional coverage'''. This would cover your lost salary and medical expenses if you’re injured on the job.		In BC, there’s no requirement for self-employed workers to register for coverage under the workers’ compensation program. But if you’re self-employed, you may be able to purchase '''optional coverage'''. This would cover your lost salary and medical expenses if you’re injured on the job.

			The WorkSafeBC website explains [https://www.worksafebc.com/en/insurance/need-coverage/optional-coverage/personal-optional-protection how to apply for optional coverage].

			===I got fired after returning to work from an injury. Is that allowed?===
			There are two ways in which this may not be allowed. First, if your employer has more than 20 workers and you were in the job for at least 12 months before your injury, your employer has a duty to maintain your employment. If the employer fires you within six months after you return to work, the law assumes the employer failed to meet this duty. The employer can counter this by showing the dismissal wasn’t related to your injury. If you have concerns, you can ask WorkSafeBC to investigate.

			The second way this may not be allowed is if it amounts to '''discrimination'''. Under BC’s human rights law, your employer can’t mistreat you based on a personal characteristic that the law protects. If you think your employer fired you due to your disability, that could be discrimination.

	~~The WorkSafeBC website explains~~ [https://www.~~worksafebc~~.~~com~~/~~en/insurance/need~~-~~coverage~~/~~optional~~-~~coverage how to apply for optional coverage~~].		[https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/workers-compensation-claim/ For more on these points, see our in-depth guidance].

	==Who can help==		==Who can help==