WSIB PRO
WSIB Education Program for Employers
FULL BUNDLE
GET ALL 6 MODULES FOR $1,350 (PLUS TAX)
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ALL SUBSTANTIVE TRAINING HOURS COUNT FOR
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION.
Module #1 – Your WSIB Policy & Procedure
An employer’s WSIB program starts with being prepared prior to an accident, injury or illness.
Employers must be prepared to address all workplace situations. Completion of this module will
provide an employer with a complete WSIB policy/procedure.
We will cover:
Introduction and history of WSIB
Meredith principles
Key features of the WSIA WSIB policy
Section-by-section WSIB policy/procedure
Module #2 – Accident Investigation
Following a workplace occurrence, the first step is a comprehensive, evidence-based accident
investigation to facilitate internal and external reporting in compliance with Ontario law.
We will cover:
Your accident investigation policy/procedure
How to ensure legislative and WSIB compliance
Taking witness statements with sample templates
External/internal investigation best practices with sample forms
Module #3 – Accident Reporting
Following the accident investigation, the employer must report internally and externally on
WSIB and health and safety matters. Knowledge of Ontario laws and the WSIB policies on
Initial Employer reporting obligations is critical.
We will cover:
Your accident reporting policy/procedure
How to ensure legislative and WSIB compliance
When to report a workplace accident/exceptions
Section-by-section review of the WSIB Employer’s Accident Report
Module #4 – Return to Work
Following a workplace accident, injury or illness the primary employer action should be early
and safe return to work (RTW). RTW establishes a win-win in the workplace supporting a
positive, worker-centred WSIB program and positive corporate culture. RTW should occur even
if the employer has questions about the mechanism of injury.
We will cover:
Current RTW legislation and WSIB policy
Employer RTW obligations under other employment/labour legislation
RTW best practices
Module #5 – Claims Management 1
Concurrent with RTW, it is important to ensure that the eligibility criteria for benefit entitlement
has been met. This is the primary responsibility of the WSIB. Employers can assist the scope
and speed of WSIB decision making by participating in the decision-making process.
We will cover:
Applying your accident investigation/accident reporting
Entitlement provisions in the WSIA and WSIB policy
Detailed review of WSIB Policy 11-01-01: 5 step standard
Employer action when WSIB Policy 11-01-01 is not met
Module #6 – Claims Management 2
Where evidence questions benefit entitlement the WSIA and WSIB policy provide a framework
for the employer to pursue an objection/appeal. This should be initiated as soon as possible after
reporting to the WSIB. Claims management may involve an objection to the original decision
maker or an appeal to the WSIB/WSIAT.
We will cover:
Your WSIB policy/procedure for claims management
Objection/appeal policies/practices at the WSIB/WSIAT
When an employer should support a worker’s claim
Pursuing an objection/appeal at WSIB/WSIAT
By purchasing this course, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.