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Psychological injuries
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All workers covered by The Workers' Compensation Act, 2013 are eligible for compensation and medical treatment if they suffer a psychological injury from being directly exposed to a traumatic event, a series of traumatic events or a substantial work-related stressor as part of or in the course of their employment. This coverage applies to all industries and occupations covered by the Act. Find out more.
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How to report a work injury
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Find out your legal obligations if a worker is injured on the job, how to report an injury requiring medical attention to the WCB and which form to submit to the WCB.
Employers, had an injury in your workplace? Consider a WCB online account, which allows you to submit injury claim forms (E1s) quickly and efficiently and for quick log in for claim status updates.
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What qualifies as a work injury?
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A work injury is the result of any work-related event that requires medical treatment and/or time away from work. The WCB reviews each work injury on an individual basis, but in most cases, compensation would apply to injuries that occur while a worker is at work, on company premises, or on company business. This includes an occupational disease contracted at work.
If a worker is injured
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A step-by-step guide for employers to submit the Employer’s Report of Injury (E1) form
As the employer, once you become aware of a work-related injury that requires medical attention you are obligated to report the work-related injury to the WCB within five days.
The E1 form includes:
- A document upload feature for online submission: You can attach documentation to an E1 submission. This can include pictures related to the worker’s injury, incident reports or medical notes.
- Limited required fields.
- Limited questions.
- Updated dashboard and technical compatibility.
Information needed to complete the E1 form:
- Name, address and contact numbers for your company.
- Name, address and contact numbers for your worker.
- Details about the injury.
- Records of the worker’s earnings and the recent employment history.
Online submission
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Step 1: Access online account
Log in to or create your WCB online account.
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Step 2: Complete the Employer's Initial Report of Injury (E1) form
Find the fillable Employer's Report of Injury (E1) web form and fill in the details.
Step 3: Submit the form to the WCB
Print a copy for your records and click “Submit” to electronically submit the report to the WCB.
Reporting by email
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Step 2: Submit the form
Scan and email the signed form and email to forms@wcbsask.com.
Reporting by phone
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Step 1: Gather information
Collect this information for the form before calling the WCB:
- Name, address and contact number for your company.
- Name, address and contact number for your worker.
- Details about the injury.
- Record of the worker’s earnings and recent employment history.
Step 2: Call the WCB
Call the WCB at1.800.787-9288. A WCB representative will record your information and complete the form for you.
Reporting by surface mail or fax
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OPTION 1: Complete the E1 form online
Download and complete the E1 form online. Print two copies, sign the forms and keep one for your own file.
OR OPTION 2: Step 1: Print the E1 form
Download and print the form and complete by hand. Sign the form and take a photocopy for your files.
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Step 2: Submit the form
Submit via a signed copy by fax to:
Fax: 306.787.4311
Toll free: 1.888.844.7773
Or by surface mail to:
Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board
200-1881 Scarth St
Regina, SK S4P 4L1
Frequently asked questions
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A: You are required by law to report work-related injuries within five days of being made aware of them. Failure to do so may result in fines or prosecution, or both. Late reporting slows down the claims process. Prompt reporting helps your worker get the benefits they are entitled to sooner and helps them get them back to work faster.
Filing an Employer’s Report of Injury (E1) form is quick and easy online. Consider a WCB online account to submit injury claim forms quickly and efficiently and for quick log in for claim status updates. Learn more.
A: Once you are aware of a work-related injury that requires medical attention, you must report it to us within five days by submitting the Employer’s Initial Report of Injury (E1) form. If you do not report within five days of becoming aware of a work-related injury, you may be subject to a fine. You can also see our fact sheet, Five Reasons to File Within Five Days.
A: A work injury claim may cause your premiums to increase. There are several ways that you can mitigate claim costs. Learn more.
A: Generally, you should submit claims to the WCB in the province where the worker was injured at work. If a worker is injured at work outside Saskatchewan, you can submit a claim to the Saskatchewan WCB under certain conditions. Learn more about out-of-province claims and interprovincial coverage.
A: The WCB uses standard occupational medical guidelines, including those of the American Medical Association, for its decisions about hearing-loss injuries.
The WCB accepts claims for occupational noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) and hearing loss from acoustic trauma when the appropriate criteria have been met.
Learn more about hearing loss injuries that qualify as a work injury with the WCB.
A: Hearing tests (audiograms) show hearing loss. We suggest that your workers get a hearing test when they first start working, and at regular intervals from then on. It is important to also do a hearing test when employment ends. Hearing tests should also be done within five years of a worker retiring.
Prevention is the best way to avoid hearing loss at work. Here are some tips:
- Choose machinery with low noise levels.
- Build in baffling around loud machines.
- Minimize the time workers are exposed to noise.
- Provide the proper hearing protection for the job.
- Work with your employees to teach them about required hearing protection and post teaching materials in your work place.
- Make hearing protection an agenda item at your employee orientation and employee meetings.
To find out the acceptable noise levels for your industry, check your federal and/or provincial occupational health and safety regulations.
This policy supports the injury prevention work and training that you are already doing in your workplaces.
For more information, visit our WorkSafe Saskatchewan website at www.worksafesask.ca.
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For questions on your worker’s injury claim:
Operations division