Do you have effective processes and checkpoints in place to prevent a minor workplace injury from becoming a more serious claim?

When an injury occurs, the employee involved must tell their supervisor immediately. 

As soon as the injury is reported, the injured worker and their supervisor should call the 24/7 nurse line. 

Of course, if it is an emergency, call 911. 

Explain the injury to the nurse and they will recommend what to do next. The injured worker can always call back with any questions or concerns.

Employees are expected to follow the steps below when they are injured on the job:

• Immediately report the accident
• Give your supervisor updates
• Go to all scheduled medical appointments
• After each doctor visit, bring the report of workability to the supervisor
• If any issues arise, report them to the supervisor
• At work and home, stay within restrictions

Accidents should be reported immediately for a few reasons. 

The injured employee needs to receive immediate medical attention and the incident should be reviewed to change any unsafe activities.

Communication between the injured employee and the supervisor is very important. 

Supervisors should do everything they can to make sure the employee doesn’t push themselves too far and the employee should make sure to attend every medical appointment. Employees should let their supervisors know if their job becomes too strenuous.