Release of Claims Information to Employers
Effective Dates
June 30, 2008 - June 30, 2022
Policy Code
AP-04
General Information
Employers who have injured workers receiving compensation have the right under the Workers’ Compensation Act S.Y. 2008 (the "Act") to be notified of decisions concerning entitlement to compensation as soon as practicable, and, upon request, have the right to be provided with a written progress report concerning the worker’s injury.
The Act also recognizes the right to a worker’s privacy and provides a specific appeal mechanism to workers who do not wish certain information to be disclosed.
Purpose
This policy provides direction to the Yukon Workers’ Compensation Health and Safety Board (YWCHSB), employers and workers regarding release of claimant information to employers.
Prior Policies
Release of Claims Information to Employers
November 16, 1993 - June 30, 2008 | CL-44 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022On any given claim, a number of key decisions are made concerning entitlement, benefits, medical treatment, fitness for employment and rehabilitation.
The Workers' Compensation Act recognizes that employers who have employees receiving compensat
Policy References
Merits and Justice of the Case
December 31, 2013 - June 30, 2022 | EN-02 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022Duty to Cooperate Part 3 of 4: Functional Abilities
June 30, 2012 - June 30, 2022 | RE-02-3 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022