The WCB office will be closed Wednesday, July 1, to observe the Canada Day holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Thursday, July 2.
Total injury rate drops 5.4% from 2016, however no change in time loss injury rate
- 2017 total injury rate was 5.25%
- Time loss injury rate remains at 1.86%
- 57% of rate codes have a lower total injury rate than in 2016
- 88% of Saskatchewan employers achieved zero injuries
Tragically, another 22 lives were lost this year in Saskatchewan workplaces
Recently, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) issued a press release referencing their own research document where they suggest that WCB’s across the country “are holding onto $6.8 billion in extra money.”
Average preliminary rate suggests a 4% decrease from 2017, making it the lowest rate in over 30 years
- WCB expects the 2018 proposed average premium rate to be the 3rd lowest in Canada.
- The 2018 proposed average premium rate is expected to decrease to $1.19 from $1.24 in 2017.
- 94% of Saskatchewan employers will see a decrease or no change to their 2018 premium rate.
- In 2017, the Board approved the transition to the WCB’s enhanced rate model. The 2018 premium rates reflect the rate model transition.
WorkSafe Bob is back and he wants to meet you! Bring your family and friends, play some games and have some fun!
A former labourer was sentenced today in Melfort
- Violence responsible for 4% of workplace injuries reported to WCB in 2016
- 936 claims reported due to violence
- 2 workplace deaths in 2016 due to violence