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GPI Update and Duty to Cooperate Introduction

  Who it's for: Employers, supervisors, HR professionals What you'll learn: An update on WCB’s virtual employer engagement session, focused on workplace injury management Insights on psychological injury claims: the new service…
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Employer webinar: New Service Model and the GPI Claims Process

  Summary: Introduces Gradual Onset Psychological Injuries (GPI) as a newly recognized compensable condition under Nova Scotia’s Workers’ Compensation legislation, addressing mental health impacts that develop over time due to chronic…
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GPI claim journey | Role of Client Care Navigators | Pre-existing conditions

  Summary: Introduces Gradual Onset Psychological Injuries (GPI) as a new compensable condition under WCB Nova Scotia, recognizing mental health injuries that develop over time from ongoing workplace stressors rather than a single traumatic…
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Employer webinar: Seamless support for GPI - Meet our new service provider

  Summary: Introduces the upcoming Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) legislation in Nova Scotia, effective September 1, 2024, emphasizing employer preparedness and timely claims handling. Explains the WCB’s new service model focused on…
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An update Gradual Onset Psychological Injury, one month in

  Summary: Provides an overview of the Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) project in Nova Scotia, highlighting preparation since 2022, consultations with other jurisdictions, and extensive stakeholder engagement including webinars, in…
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Psychologically Healthy and Safe Workplaces: An Introduction for Employers

  Summary: Introduces psychologically healthy and safe workplaces and explains their importance alongside physical safety in reducing workplace injury and improving productivity. Defines psychological health and safety, emphasizing prevention…
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Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)

Nova Scotia’s laws to keep workplaces safe At its heart, Nova Scotia’s OH&S Act and Regulations are about keeping people safe wherever work is happening.  The Safety Branch of the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills & Immigration…
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Work Capabilities: Definitions and How to Use Them

This page explains standard terms used by WCB and health care providers when planning treatment and return to work. It is written for service providers, and it can help employers and supervisors plan safe transitional duties. Transitional work…
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Trucking – Alternative Assessment Procedure (AAP)

Simplified coverage for interprovincial trucking and transport If your trucking or bus company travels through multiple provinces or territories, you may qualify for the Alternative Assessment Procedure (AAP) . APP is an optional program that…
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Workplace Safety and Insurance System (WSIS)

The Workplace Safety and Insurance System (WSIS) brings together the people and organizations that support workplace health, safety, and insurance in Nova Scotia. Together, they help prevent workplace injuries and ensure support for workers and…
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