If one of your employees has been injured or becomes ill while on the job, it’s important to follow the appropriate procedures to ensure that they receive the necessary medical care and that your business complies with California workers’ compensation requirements.
Here are some steps you should take as an employer:
- Provide immediate medical attention: If the employee’s condition requires immediate medical attention, call 911 or take them to the nearest emergency room.
- Notify your workers’ compensation carrier: You should notify your workers’ compensation insurance carrier as soon as possible after the injury or illness occurs. If you don’t have workers’ compensation insurance, you should contact the California Department of Industrial Relations.
- Provide the necessary paperwork: You should provide the employee with the necessary workers’ compensation forms, such as the DWC-1 claim form, which is required to start the claims process.
- Investigate the incident: You should conduct an investigation to determine the cause of the injury or illness and take steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
- Cooperate with the claims process: You should cooperate with the claims process and provide any necessary information or documentation requested by your workers’ compensation carrier.
It’s important to note that failure to comply with California workers’ compensation requirements can result in fines and penalties. It’s also important to provide a safe working environment for your employees and take steps to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.
If you have any questions about California workers’ compensation requirements or need assistance with the claims process, you may want to consider consulting with an attorney or a licensed insurance professional.
