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.

Working At Heights
Return to Well
General Awareness
Rod Stickman
Day of Mourning

Working At Heights

Every day on PEI, people work at heights as part of their regular job duties. But no one expects to get hurt at work. In 2019, a worker suffered life altering injuries as a result of being struck by a suspended truss and falling 5.5 meters (18 feet) from unguarded scaffolding to the concrete surface below. As a result of fines levied on this case a widespread education campaign is now underway to ensure proper precautions and legal obligations of employers regarding working from heights are taken, to prevent further accidents like this from happening again.

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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.

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.

September 29, 2022

Keeping Workers Safe During Storm Clean Up

Charlottetown, September 29, 2022 – The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) has practical resources available to keep workers safe as the clean-up from post-tropical storm Fiona continues across the province. The WCB has many resources available to support employers and workers alike and it has compiled these resources in one easy-to-find location on its website. The topics covered include safety for workers and contractors new to a job, using ladders or cranes, using a chainsaw, avoiding working fatigued and using gas or propane fueled equipment. Resources can be found here: http://wcb.pe.ca/fiona “Fiona left much damage as she tore through our province on September 24. Our shared experience with similar weather related events tells us that the clean-up will take some time. Many employers are quickly onboarding new workers to respond to the many needs our communities are experiencing. As they do, we encourage them to keep safety top of mind as these new workers may not be familiar with hazards, equipment and associated safety procedures,” said Cheryl Paynter, CEO of the Workers Compensation Board. The WCB would like to remind all Islanders that urgent workplace health and safety matters can be reported anytime by calling its Occupational Health and Safety emergency line at 902-628-7513. This emergency line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including during statutory holidays. -30-

September 28, 2022

WCB Supports Injured Workers Following Post-Tropical Storm Fiona

Charlottetown, September 28, 2022 – In the aftermath of post-tropical storm Fiona, the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI is connecting directly with injured workers to reassure them that their payments are on the way. With power restored at its downtown Charlottetown location, WCB essential services staff have been answering calls and also directly calling injured workers to share information about claim payments. Injured workers with previously set up direct deposits might experience a slight delay in those direct deposits due to the WCB office closure earlier this week. For injured workers still receiving cheques, a pick up or mail out option has already been made available to them. Upcoming payments should not be affected. “WCB offices are operational again and we have essentials services staff here on site to assist our clients. Our priority is to make sure injured workers receive their claims in a timely manner. Workplace injuries come with a financial burden and our goal is to alleviate this burden. Our own WCB staff has also been severely impacted by the storm, with many of them still without power and sometimes water. I personally want to thank them for their dedication in supporting our clients,” said Cheryl Paynter, CEO of the Workers Compensation Board. Injured workers who experience delays in claim payments can call the WCB at 902-368-5680 or toll free 1-800-237-5049 during business hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for information and support. Please note that September 30, 2022, is an official holiday and our offices will be closed that day in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. -30-

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