WCB Safety Certified is an official certification that confirms your workplace safety and return-to-work programs meet WCB Nova Scotia standards. Becoming certified shows your workers, customers, and community that safety isn’t just a box you check…

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Clearance Letters

Having clearance means that a business—whether it’s your own, one you subcontract to, or one you’ve hired—has WCB Nova Scotia coverage in case a workplace injury happens. What is a clearance letter? A clearance letter is a document that confirms a…

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Report an Injury

When a workplace injury occurs, the most important step is to provide or access any first-aid or medical care that is needed right awa y. After that, there are steps you should follow to report an injury. Steps for employers If a worker is injured,…

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Payment and Reporting

As an employer, you must report your payroll and pay premiums on time. If you don’t, WCB will estimate your payroll amount and bill your premium based on the estimated amount. Penalties apply for late payroll reporting and interest applies for past…

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Back Protection Posters Tool pdf

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Body Injury Infographic image

An infographic showcasing different percentage of where on the body Nova Scotians are getting hurt.

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Back Protection Poster - Lifting pdf

A poster reminding proper lifting technique.

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Back Protection Poster - Push Don't Pull pdf

Poster reminding people to push not pull when lifting.

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How can transitional duties help me stay at work? video

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Ergonomics

Ergonomics means fitting the job to the worker —designing tasks, tools, and workspaces so people can work safely and comfortably. It helps prevent musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) . These are injuries to the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints,…

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