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Tell SOMEBODY NOW (Podcast)
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Konten disediakan oleh Chris & Gini Helms and Gini Helms. Semua konten podcast termasuk episode, grafik, dan deskripsi podcast diunggah dan disediakan langsung oleh Chris & Gini Helms and Gini Helms atau mitra platform podcast mereka. Jika Anda yakin seseorang menggunakan karya berhak cipta Anda tanpa izin, Anda dapat mengikuti proses yang diuraikan di sini https://id.player.fm/legal.
Hosts: Chris and Gini
Topic: What to do if you get injured on the job during the holiday season
Summary:
- We welcome listeners back from the Christmas and New Year holidays.
- Focus on the issue of workers getting injured during the holiday season due to increased overtime.
- Many workers hide injuries to continue working and earning extra pay.
- Emphasize the importance of not delaying reporting injuries to ensure timely processing and benefits.
- Discuss the danger of delaying injury reporting and the importance of following timelines.
- Outline eight things to do if you were injured during the holidays:
- File a claim on eComp (e-comp.dol.gov) immediately.
- Use the C1 or C2 form and elect continuation of pay to avoid potential loss of pay.
- Request a C16 from the supervisor within seven days for medical bill coverage.
- Go to the doctor promptly and report the injury within seven days for C16 eligibility.
- Obtain a C17 duty status report from the supervisor for medical restrictions.
- Watch for letters from the Department of Labor regarding the claim.
- Write a detailed employee statement with specifics about the injury.
- Obtain a witness statement (Box 16 on the C1 form) from anyone who saw the incident.
- Stress the significance of witness statements in getting claims accepted.
- Mention the availability of free resources on the Breaking OWCP website, including downloadable books.
- Encourage listeners to subscribe to the Breaking Ode ABC podcast on various platforms.r Wednesday night OWCP chats for live discussions and answering questions.
- Remind listeners to report injuries promptly to avoid losing benefits.
Note: WE provide practical advice for federal employees dealing with workplace injuries during the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of timely reporting and following proper procedures.
Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: Info@federalinjurycenters.com
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