Self-Test A-2.4: Describe the WCA Requirements for Reporting Workplace Accidents

Complete Self-Test A-2.4 and check your answers.

1. How soon must an employer report a worker’s injury to WorkSafeBC?
   1. Within 24 hours
   2. Within 48 hours
   3. Within 72 hours
   4. Before the end of the day
2. How soon must a worker report an injury or occupational disease to the employer?
   1. Within 24 hours
   2. Within 48 hours
   3. Within 72 hours
   4. As soon as reasonably possible
3. Once a worker has reported an injury to the employer, the reporting process is complete.
   1. True
   2. False
4. When the worker reports an injury-causing incident that required medical treatment, what information will he or she will need?
   1. Earnings information
   2. Details of the incident
   3. Name of healthcare provider
   4. All of the above

Answer Key: Self-Test A-2.4 is on the other page.