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After a worker makes an application for compensation, a Board officer (typically an Entitlement Officer) issues a decision (usually in writing) accepting or denying the claim. For a compensation claim to be accepted, the Board must generally find: | After a worker makes an application for compensation, a Board officer (typically an Entitlement Officer) issues a decision (usually in writing) accepting or denying the claim. For a compensation claim to be accepted, the Board must generally find: | ||
* '''Status''': The applicant is a “worker” covered under the ''Act''. | * '''Status''': The applicant is a “worker” covered under the ''Act''. | ||
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Workers are entitled to a copy of their claim file (paper or CD) on request, and will automatically be sent a copy of the claim file if they file an appeal. In addition, the worker may obtain online access to parts of their claim file by calling the Board. These matters are covered in the section below on Access to Files (7-47). Disclosure may be given directly to the worker’s representative if the disclosure request or appeal notice is accompanied by a valid authorization of representation, signed by the worker. [Authorization forms are available on the Board website.] | Workers are entitled to a copy of their claim file (paper or CD) on request, and will automatically be sent a copy of the claim file if they file an appeal. In addition, the worker may obtain online access to parts of their claim file by calling the Board. These matters are covered in the section below on Access to Files (7-47). Disclosure may be given directly to the worker’s representative if the disclosure request or appeal notice is accompanied by a valid authorization of representation, signed by the worker. [Authorization forms are available on the Board website.] | ||
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