University Risk Management

Reporting

To report work-related incidents:

  1. Immediately report accident/incident to supervisor
  2. Promptly seek medical care as needed
  3. Thoroughly complete and sign the First Report of Injury/Illness

1. Contact Your Supervisor

An employee who is injured on the job must inform the employer promptly. Any delay in notifying the employer can delay the payment of benefits. A delay of more than 45 days may result in the loss of all benefits. Notice to a fellow worker who is not a supervisor or otherwise a part of management is not considered notice to the employer.

2. Medical Care

Promptly seek medical care as needed at:

3. Complete First Report of Injury/Illness

An employee must thoroughly complete and sign the First Report of Injury/Illness form within 24 hours and fax (217-244-5152) or email (WorkComp@uillinois.edu) to the Office of Workers’ Compensation and Claims Management.  A link to the form is found below:

 

See also: Workers’ Compensation Procedures and Responsibilities

Last Updated: November 3, 2011