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Employers are also covered by and have duties under the WCA, including contributing to the Accident Fund based on compulsory assessments. The Board sets an assessment rate for each employer based on a complex system of classification relating to type of business and previous accident rates. Employers should be referred to the Employers’ Advisors Office for specialized assistance, without charge, in these matters (see Appendix on Referrals). | Employers are also covered by and have duties under the WCA, including contributing to the Accident Fund based on compulsory assessments. The Board sets an assessment rate for each employer based on a complex system of classification relating to type of business and previous accident rates. Employers should be referred to the Employers’ Advisors Office for specialized assistance, without charge, in these matters (see Appendix on Referrals). | ||
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Detailed policies regarding each of these conditions are set out in the RSCM II. Chapter 3 sets out policy for personal and psychological injuries and compensable consequences. Chapter 4 sets out policy for all occupational disease (OccD), including repetitive strain injuries and hearing loss. Students handling appeals should note that most causation disputes come down to matters of evidence, and the policies provide important guidance on what evidence is required in each case. | Detailed policies regarding each of these conditions are set out in the RSCM II. Chapter 3 sets out policy for personal and psychological injuries and compensable consequences. Chapter 4 sets out policy for all occupational disease (OccD), including repetitive strain injuries and hearing loss. Students handling appeals should note that most causation disputes come down to matters of evidence, and the policies provide important guidance on what evidence is required in each case. | ||
===== (1) Injury or Disease or Both? ===== | ===== (1) Injury or Disease or Both? ===== | ||
