Workers’ Compensation 101: Reporting Timelines, Regulations, and Claim Basics

Agenda

On-the-job injuries too often compromise productivity and budgets. The Fund invites members to spend a few hours with experts building a practical foundation in workers' compensation compliance, reporting timelines, documentation, communication, return-to-work, and common pitfalls.

The Big Picture

9:10 -9:30 a.m.

Learn your responsibilities under the law and why prompt action matters when employees suffer workplace injuries. You will also get an overview of no-cost claims support exclusively for Fund members.

Injury Reporting Basics

9:30-10:05 a.m. 

Thorough injury reporting supports not only compliance but also reduces claim delays. In this session, you will walk through which questions to ask, what to document, what to report to the Fund, and whom to notify. 

Documentation That Helps a Claim

10:25-10:55 a.m. 

Good documentation tells a clear, complete story of what happened and why it matters. During this session, claims professionals will share examples of effective and ineffective claim documentation.

Claims Team Perspective

 10:55-11:20 a.m.

In this panel discussion, TASB claims managers will share their experience on factors that delay and facilitate claim processing.

Fix the Claim File

11:20-11:35 a.m.

Put your knowledge to the test during this hands-on session, where you will identify important information missing in a sample claim file.

Return-to-Work Basics

11:45 a.m.–12:10 p.m.

This session breaks down how to build a return-to-work program powered by communication, supervisor coordination, and modified-duty assignments that meet injured employees' medical restrictions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

12:10–12:25 p.m.

Learn how to avoid common mistakes such as delayed reporting, vague documentation, and inaccurate wage information.

Loss Prevention at Your Service

12:25-12:45 p.m.

Explore no-cost services such as hazard surveys, consultations, and training available to Fund members with Workers' Compensation coverage. Regionally based risk solutions consultants will also answer common questions asked by members.

First 30 Days Action Plan

12:45–12:55 p.m.

Before signing off, let's zero in on one practical step you will take to strengthen your district's workers' compensation processes.

Questions

Call 800-482-7276 or email fund.training@tasb.org.