Prevention Campaigns

Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island

Prevention Campaigns

At the WCB, we believe that workplace injuries do not have to happen.

To spread this important message, the WCB is involved in a number of public education initiatives, all aimed at raising awareness of workplace safety and injury prevention.

Return to Well
Back Protection Agents
General Awareness
Rod Stickman
Day of Mourning

Return to Well

	Return to Well - Robert's Story The WCB assists workers in remaining at work, or returning to work after a workplace injury or illness. Watch Robert's Story to learn more about how a safe and timely return to work can benefit workers and employers.

Back Protection Agents

On PEI, back injuries are the most common type of workplace injury. But there is something each of us can do to protect our backs at work.

Become a Back Protection Agent. Anyone can do it. All it takes is a watchful eye and a commitment to keep each other safe from back injury.

As Back Protection Agents, we’re all about protecting what matters most…our backs. And the best way to protect backs is to know how.

Tips for Back Protection Agents to help make workplaces safe:

Think before lifting and know how to lift properly.
Take stretch breaks and change positions frequently.
Design workstations to keep everything within reach.
Adjust your chair and monitor height to suit your back.
Carry small loads and keep the load close to your body.
Use the workplace tools and techniques that are designed to keep your back safe.
Lend a hand to help and teach others to keep their backs safe.
Spread the word about becoming a Back Protection Agent.

Check out these other ways to keep backs safe:

General Awareness

Each of the following commercials tells the story of an injury that would not have happened, if proper attention was given to safety matters.


	Tape Fix it before it's an injury

	Guard Replace it before it's an injury.

	Nail Take care of it before it's an injury.

	Bucket Put it away before it's an injury.

	Ladder Replace it before it's an injury.

Rod Stickman

Rod Stickman, hapless safety hero, is featured in a series of workplace safety videos. Watch Rod as he takes a humourous and informative approach to workplace safety.


	Communicating at Work Rod Stickman explains workplace safety rights and responsibilities. Like Rod says, no matter what the job, you have the right to be safe doing it.

	Returning to Work Rod Stickman demonstrates the importance of a timely and safe return to work after a workplace injury. Like Rod says, staying active is the best way to get up to snuff.

	Slips & Falls Rod Stickman helps you avoid some of the most common workplace injuries...slips and falls. Like Rod says, even the smallest things can have big consequences in the workplace.

	Working From Heights Rod Stickman explains how to be safe while working from heights. Like Rod says, I can be put back together with a pencil, you can't.

	Working Safely, By Design Rod Stickman talks to you about organizing your workspace to avoid injuries. Like Rod says, if you feel there is something unsafe in your workplace, it is your right to speak up.

Day of Mourning

Day of Mourning Poster	Every year on April 28, workers who have been injured or have lost their lives to workplace injury are remembered.

If you would like more information about our prevention campaigns, please Contact us.

July 17, 2019

Revised WCB Policies

The following Employer Services policies have been edited and reorganized to make them easier to understand: POL-19 Employer Registration POL-14 Assessable Payroll and POL-13 Employer Assessment Billing have been combined under the new title, POL-14 Assessable Payroll and Assessment BillingThe changes are noted in the History section at the end of each policy.

July 16, 2019

WCB reports 2018 highlights at Annual Public Meeting

The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) released its 2018 Annual Report today at their Annual Public meeting. “We are pleased to report the highlights from the past year,” said WCB Board Chair Stuart Affleck. “Our strong funded position allowed us to continue to reduce assessments, provide a surplus distribution to Island businesses, all while increasing benefits and services for injured workers.” In 2018, the WCB introduced presumptive coverage for trauma and stressor related disorders; prepared for new legislation that presumes that specific cancers and heart injuries among firefighters are work-related; prepared several resources for employers and clinicians alike; and distributed over $430 thousand in grant funding to support training and innovative workplace solutions that will improve health and safety and return to work. In addition to legislative changes, there were many enhancements to WCB Policies, including enhancements to the Home Modifications Policy and increases to the Lump Sum Death Benefit. “We were pleased to report on the many accomplishments of 2018, and we look forward to the important work ahead of us in our new five year Strategic Plan, which is a product of great collaboration and insight from our Stakeholders,” said WCB Chief Executive Officer Cheryl Paynter. 2018 Stats at a Glance 5,828 assessed employers1,956 claims adjudicated 2,624 inspections completed by OHS Officers475 OHS Education & Training Sessions Biennial Injured Worker Survey- Satisfaction Index increased to 76.2 in 2018 from 71.4 (2016) Funded Status of 146.3% as of December 31, 2018, down from 165.4% in 2017$21.9 million surplus distribution to employers In 2018, the WCB had investment losses of $4.4 million dollars (-1.32%) ending a 9 year run of positive annual investment returns, averaging just over 10%.Average assessment rate down to $1.60, from $1.70 in 2017 and $2.16 in 2009 A full copy of the WCB Annual Report, can be found here.

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