Employer webinar: New Service Model and the GPI Claims Process

Summary:

• Introduces Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) as a new addition to WCB Nova Scotia’s compensable conditions, recognizing psychological harm that develops over time due to cumulative workplace stressors.
• Explains the criteria for GPI claims — exposure to significant workplace stressors beyond normal pressures, clear medical diagnosis by a qualified professional, and proven causal connection between work and injury.
• Highlights the assessment process, including information gathered from workers, employers, and healthcare providers to determine eligibility and ensure fairness and consistency in decisions.
• Emphasizes WCB’s commitment to education, transparency, and early support, helping both employers and workers understand responsibilities and promote mental well-being at work.
• Shares examples and case scenarios to illustrate how GPI differs from traumatic psychological injuries and how claims will be handled moving forward.

Intended Audience:

• Employers, HR professionals, supervisors, and workers seeking to understand WCB Nova Scotia’s new Gradual Onset Psychological Injury framework, eligibility criteria, and its impact on workplace mental health and claims management.