Research shows that helping workers return to work as soon and safely as medically possible helps their recovery. Return to Work (RTW) can occur before the worker is able to perform full duties by providing other suitable work.

Here you will find information on the RTW Process, formalized RTW Programs, as well as RTW-related forms, templates, and resources for employers.

WSCC’s priority is to help injured workers recover and get back to work. This involves the injured worker, the employer, health care providers, and the WSCC, all working together as a team.

Here you will find information on the RTW Process, as well as RTW-related forms and resources for workers.

Communication between health care providers, WSCC, employers, and workers is critical to ensure quick and efficient processing of claims, and a successful return to work outcome.

The following medical report forms are available for health care providers to communicate medical information to the WSCC:

As an employer, it is your responsibility to:

• Provide a safe workplace;
• Provide equipment and machinery that is in safe condition;
• Hire competent supervisors who ensure safe work procedures are followed;
• Inform workers of their rights, responsibilities and duties;
• Provide adequate job training;
• Train workers on any potential hazards; how to safely use, handle, store, and dispose of hazardous materials; and how to handle emergencies;

If you disagree with the Review Committee's decision, a second and final level of appeal is available through the Appeals Tribunal, a third party organization not affiliated with WSCC.

To appeal a Review Committee decision, complete an Appeals Application Form and send it to the Appeals Tribunal Registrar:

If there is a decision on a claim, assessment, penalty, or worker's status that you do not agree with, you have the right to appeal.

Before starting the process, your first step is to discuss the issue with the person who made the decision. Often, you can resolve the dispute by communicating with the decision maker. You can settle many disagreements at this stage.

If you still disagree with the decision, there are two levels of appeal available: