The worker had a compensable workplace injury and had been unable to work as a result. While continuing to receive wage loss benefits from the WCB, the worker started working again and did not immediately advise the WCB.
The Workers Compensation Board may publish administrative penalties to inform and educate employers and workers of their legal responsibilities under The Workers Compensation Act.
Section:
WCA 19(4) - Worker's duty to report return to work
Contravention:
Offence Date:
Penalty:
$675.00
Penalty Date:
Penalty Number:
2023-0099
Section:
WCA 109.7(1)(b) - Omission of material change in circumstances
Contravention:
There was a material change in the worker's circumstances that affected their entitlement to compensation. The worker failed to inform the WCB of this material change.
Offence Date:
Penalty:
$500.00
Penalty Date:
Penalty Number:
2023-0100
Name: Goldtrans Ltd.
Section:
WCA 109.7(1)(e) - Incorrect reported payroll
Contravention:
The employer under-reported their assessable payroll for the year audited.
Offence Date:
Penalty:
$4244.40
Penalty Date:
Penalty Number:
2023-0070
Name: Goldtrans Ltd.
Section:
WCA 109.7(1)(e) - Incorrect reported payroll
Contravention:
The employer under-reported their assessable payroll for the year audited.
Offence Date:
Penalty:
$174.19
Penalty Date:
Penalty Number:
2023-0073
Name: Matrix Transport Ltd.
Section:
WCA 18(1) - Employer to report accident
Contravention:
A worker sustained a reportable injury. The employer did not report that injury to the WCB within five business days of becoming aware of it.
Offence Date:
Penalty:
$500.00
Penalty Date:
Penalty Number:
2023-0079