Workplace Safety & Insurance - London

About Workplace Safety & Insurance - London

Workplace Safety and Insurance - London is a professional services organization located in the Downtown area on Fullarton Street. It serves as a major insurance provider for businesses and workers across Ontario, offering no-fault collective liability insurance and access to industry-specific health and safety information. The organization describes its mission as reducing the impact of workplace illness and injury on both people and businesses by providing wage-loss benefits, medical coverage, and support to help individuals safely return to work. The organization provides a wide range of services for employers, including business registration, premium reporting and payments, and account maintenance such as ownership changes or authorizing representatives. It offers resources for managing claims, including reporting injuries or illnesses, submitting health care invoices, and tracking appeal statuses. Businesses can also access specific programs like the First Aid Program, the Health and Safety Excellence program, and the Business Safety Portal. For injured workers, the organization provides benefits for occupational diseases, survivors benefits, and specialized programs of care for mental health and musculoskeletal issues. With a history spanning over 100 years, the organization notes that Ontario was one of the first provinces in Canada to implement a compassionate compensation system via the Workmen’s Compensation Act in 1915. It is one of the largest insurance organizations in North America, covering more than 300,000 workplaces and over five million people. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors and a leadership team that oversees strategic plans and performance. It also offers virtual presentations on workplace health and safety for various groups and events.