SFM - Finding Out About a Work Injury


Managing Claims Overview Claims Coordinator Responsibilities Choosing a Medical Provider When an Injury Occurs Finding Out About an Injury Your Five-Step Response First Report Checklist What the Employee Receives Handling Medical Records Situations to Watch For Report an Injury Return to Work Fraud Lowering Your Costs		Home > Employers > Managing Claims > When an Injury Occurs > Finding Out About a Work Injury Finding Out About a Work Injury Responding to injuries begins with awareness, or "employer notice." This is when the claims coordinator, any supervisor or any manager becomes aware of an injury. Employer notice can be: Verbal In writing In less deliberate ways, like seeing an accident or suspecting an injury This is important, because the day your organization becomes aware of an injury starts the clock ticking toward states' deadlines for paying or denying benefits. Act now! Now that you are aware, you must respond. That includes reporting the injury to SFM right away. Quick action avoids: State penalties Increased litigation Delayed return-to-work Low employee morale Your five-step response View full detail on reporting injuries in SFM's Employer Kit

Finding Out About a Work Injury