Draft Policies for Feedback

Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island

Draft Policies for Feedback

July 29, 2022

The Board of Directors has approved amendments to the following, in principle:

POL-09 Hearning Loss
POL-90 Time Frame Limitations for Claims Filing and Invoicing
POL-93 Return to Work
POL-117 Vocational Rehabitation
POL-85 Extended Wage Loss Benefits

The draft policies, along with the summaries of the proposed changes, are available in the Policy Consultation section of our website. We invite you to provide feedback by August 28, 2022.

Media Contact:
WCB Communications
902-894-0362 or news@wcb.pe.ca

April 26, 2024

Online certificate courses now available

The WCB has a variety of FREE online certificate courses now available for all! Take advantage of enhancing your knowledge and understanding of the following topics: Hazard Assessment and Control Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee Basics Supervisor Safety Workplace Disability Management Workplace Safety for Young Workers All courses are based on PEI legislation currently in effect and can be used as part of worker safety orientation or your workplace’s safety program. Access the courses here : https://wcbpei.skillspass.com/ Learn at your own pace, complete a course, and earn a certificate!

April 26, 2024

Spring lobster season is upon us

The spring lobster fishing season is upon us on PEI! We wish our fishers well for a safe and bountiful season in both LFA26A and LFA24! The WCB has lots of resources to support captains and their crew stay safe on while on the water. From the PEI Aquaculture Safety Code of Practice, to guidance about using PPE like lifejackets or PFDs, to working in heat and cold conditions, and preventing hazards like drowning, we have you covered. Check out our Aquaculture and Fishing specific web page for more information.

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