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Chapter 6. Fringe Benefits
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6.4 Workers Compensation

As an employee, you are covered by Workers' Compensation for job-related injuries. Injuries need to be reported to the appropriate supervisor(s) as soon as possible. If medical attention is required, the supervisor should immediately refer the injured employee to the University's medical group, currently Portage Medical Group (Houghton) or Portage Health (Hancock).

Reporting a Work-Related Injury or Health Claim

Complete a Supervisor's Incident and Injury Investigation Report. It must be completed and signed by the supervisor and forwarded to Occupational Safety and Health Services (OSHS) within 24 hours of the incident. The Benefits Office will process the insurance claim and provide the injured party with additional information.

Returning to Work

Michigan Tech's policy is to return an employee to work as soon as possible under one of the following three options:

Conditions

The University:

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