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WCB Safety Certified
WCB Safety Certified is an official certification that confirms your workplace safety and return-to-work programs meet WCB Nova Scotia standards. Becoming certified shows your workers, customers, and community that safety isn’t just a box you check…
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Employer Rights and Responsibilities During a Claim
As an employer, if a worker is hurt on the job, you play an important role in their recovery—and if time off is needed—their return to work. You also have rights and responsibilities during the claims process. This ensures you, your employees and…
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What to Expect at a Case Conference
Your WCB case worker is here to help support you during your claim and return to work. Case conferences are a helpful part of this process. A case conference is set up by your case worker—it’s a meeting that puts you in the center of the process…
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Surcharge Program
Some employers consistently have much higher claims costs than others in their industry. To encourage safer workplaces and better return-to-work outcomes, WCB applies a surcharge to their premium rates. Who is affected Employers may receive a…
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After a Claim is Opened
When a claim is opened, WCB is here to support both you and the worker. From treatment to return-to-work—we help make sure you’re on track for the best possible outcomes. After you open a claim, WCB follows a step-by-step process to determine…
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Duty to Cooperate - Employer Fact Sheet pdf
Employer fact sheet for the Duty to Cooperate Policy.
Duty to Cooperate - Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee Fact Sheet pdf
Fact sheet for Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees for Duty to Cooperate policy changes.
Physicians
Resources, guidance, and programs to help physicians support recovery and a safe return to work. As a physician, you play a vital role in helping people who are hurt at work recover safely and return to meaningful employment. Your care, advice, and…
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