Under the Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, workers must promptly report work-related injuries and unsafe or harmful conditions to a supervisor or the employer. Reporting injuries, incidents, and near-misses helps ensure members receive appropriate support and that safety issues are dealt with. (OHSR 3.10, WCA s.116, s.173)
Reporting Process
All injuries and incidents must be reported to your Administrator. Depending on the nature of the incident, additional reporting steps may be required. You may also need to report to the following:
- First Aid Attendant – record the incident in the First Aid/Safety Book.
- Administrator – provide information and complete Form 6A (Worker’s Report to Employer).
- The District - Incident Report Form is available on the SD70 Staff Portal under Health & Safety; completing it notifies district supports and links to the required WorkSafeBC forms.
- WorkSafeBC – if medical attention is required or work time is lost, file Form 6 (Worker’s Report of Injury/Occupational Disease) online or through Teleclaim.
If work time is missed, members must:
- Submit Form 6A to their administrator.
- File Form 6 directly with WorkSafeBC (online or via Teleclaim).
Support and guidance:
Members are encouraged to connect with their:
- Site Health & Safety Representative
- Staff Representative
- ADTU Local President
These supports can help ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and followed up appropriately.
