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Policy
PIC is concerned about the health and well-being of its employees. Workers Compensation is provided for all persons employed with PIC at no cost to employees. PIC will assist employees with reporting work related illnesses and injuries in a timely manner.
Practice
- For the purpose of this policy a work-related injury or illness is defined in the State of Alaska Workers’ Compensation Lawsor other another state when remote workplace practices are appropriate.
- If an employee is injured while working or becomes ill resulting from work, they should obtain needed first aid or medical care immediately.
- Employees must report any injuries or illnesses that result from work to their supervisor immediately and to HR within one business day using the appropriate PIC Incident Form.
- The supervisor is responsible for taking immediate actions needed to prevent further injury to that employee or any other employee.
- Employees must cooperate with all investigations and completing documentation related to any work-related illness or injury.
- Employees must submit a work statement from their medical provider each time their work status changes or expires. This statement must be submitted to HR within one working day of preparation.