When an accident occurs, and an employee is injured, the employer must report to DOSHS County offices within 24 hours if the accident is fatal, and within 7 days for non-fatal accidents. Using DOSHS1 form.
This triggers an accident investigation. A county DOSHS officer visits the workplace where the accident happened. They write a report on the nature, cause, and impact of the accident. The form is used as the basis to seek compensation through WIBA (Work Injury Benefit Act). The employer is held responsible if they have not taken up WIBA. Insurance cover.
A payment certificate (WIBA 7) is issued once a claim is paid. The investigation file is closed.