WorkSafeBC policy in the Rehabilitation Services and Claims Manual Volume II provides guidance on determining compensation when a claim is reopened more than three years after the original injury.

At issue is whether policy should be revised to:

• include language that is more reflective of the Workers Compensation Act;
• address more situations that could arise when determining a worker's compensation; and
• clarify how WorkSafeBC determines whether three years have passed since the original injury occurred.
  

At their meeting on May 13, 2009 the Board of Directors approved the release of a discussion paper with options and draft policy amendments for stakeholder comment. Proposed deletions of policy wording are identified with a strikethrough and additions are identified in bold.

The discussion paper and a summary of how you can respond to the consultation request may be found at the following link:

Link to the Discussion Paper

The consultation period will end on September 14, 2009. The Board of Directors will consider stakeholder feedback before making a decision on policy amendments.

Please note that all comments become part of the Policy and Research Division's database and may be published, including the identity of organizations and those participating on behalf of organizations. The identity of those who have participated on their own behalf will be kept confidential according to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.