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In Case of Accident cont’dImmediate notification can be made by faxing toll-free1 888 629-4722, or calling 1 800 222-9775, indicating thelocation, name of person injured, if any, employer name,contact person and a brief description of the event.In addition to the above, where the employer is insuredunder the WC Act, a Form 67 must be sent to WorkSafeNBwithin three days of receiving notification that thework-related injury resulted in:• Medical costs• Wage loss• Injured worker is unable to perform the regular workduties beyond the date of accident.Do I always need to fill out a Form 67, even forminor accidents that do not require medicalattention?A Form 67 does not have to be filed for accidents whenno medical costs or loss of wages are incurred, or whenthe injured worker is able to continue regular job duties.Even though notification of the event to WorkSafeNB maynot be required, you must record the accident and obtainthe following information in case the event becomes areportable incident.• How the accident happened and the nature of theaccident.• When it happened (date and time).• Why it happened.• The worker’s name and address.• Where it happened.• The date the record was made.This record must be kept for five years after the date itwas made.✱ TheYOU MUST REPORT WORK-RELATED ACCIDENTS OR DISEASES.following list outlines the types of injuries that can occur on your job site.a) Traumatic injuries happen quickly, causing trauma to the body. Examples includebroken bones, severe cuts and burns.b) Repetitive strain injuries include strains or sprains caused by repeatedly performingthe same activity. For example, an assembly line worker may develop a repetitive straininjury in their wrist as a result of performing job duties.c) Occupational diseases are caused by a work site condition. For example, workersrepeatedly exposed to toxic materials in the workplace may develop conditions that affecttheir health.d) Recurrences and difficulties with an old work-related injury. The acceptanceof a claim for recurrence of an injury is based on the continuity of symptoms, as well as themedical relationship between the present condition and the past injury.29
In Case of Accident cont’dWhat other information should I collectrelated to the accident?When completing the Form 67, it is important that youobtain information about the events leading up to theinjury. You should ask the injured worker if there wereany witnesses to the accident and what specific activitiesthey were engaged in at the time of injury, including theirphysical body movements. You should also speak with theinjured worker’s co-workers and any witnesses.What if my worker and I disagree about theaccident?A complete report of the accident, using a Form 67, mustbe made even if there is disagreement between you andyour employee.Situations may arise where there is doubt about whetheran employee sustained a work-related injury, or whetherthe employee’s symptoms relate to a pre-existingcondition, and not to activities at work. In other words,did work cause the injury?WorkSafeNB considers two things when determining aclaim. It must be shown that the injury:1. Occurred in the course of employment.2. Was caused by activities performed as part of the job.The employer has the right to contest a worker’s claim,however a Form 67 must still be completed and submittedto WorkSafeNB. The Form 67 provides for the indicationof disagreement by the employer. The employer mayprovide information on the nature of the disagreementwith the information on the form.What happens if I do not report the accident?If the accident is reportable under the OHS Act, and it isnot reported, you may be charged with failing to complywith the requirements. If convicted, you are liable to:• A fine of not more than $250,000. If you do not paythe fine, you are liable to the procedures laid down inthe Provincial Offences Procedure Act.• Maximum of six months in prison.• Both of the above.Can my worker and I agree not to report theaccident?No. You and your worker are required by law to report allwork-related injuries meeting the criteria to WorkSafeNB.30
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