Question 1

Who is responsible for recording the details of the incident where the employee was injured?

Accepted Answer

The supervisor is responsible for recording the details of the incident where the employee was injured. It is important for the supervisor to document the incident accurately as this information will be needed for workers' compensation claims and health and safety reviews.

Question 2

Under workers' compensation, is an injured employee allowed to choose any doctor that he or she wishes to provide treatment?

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Question 3

In most circumstances, an employee is covered under workers'
compensation for travel to and from work.

Accepted Answer

Generally, workers' compensation does not cover employees during their commute to and from work, known as the "coming and going" rule, except for certain exceptions where the travel is directly related to the job duties.

Question 4

Under the dual purpose doctrine, if an employee is engaged
in work-related activity while also carrying out personal duties, the employee will come under the coverage of workers' compensation laws.

Accepted Answer

The dual purpose doctrine holds that if an employee is engaged in work-related activity while also carrying out personal duties, the employee will come under the coverage of workers' compensation laws. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 5

When an injury occurs on the job, it is the employee's responsi- bility to seek medical attention.

Accepted Answer

It is the employer's responsibility to provide or arrange for immediate care for an employee who has been injured on the job, and to inform the employee of their rights and the procedures for addressing workplace injuries, including how to seek medical attention.

Question 6

Which of the following actions would disqualify an injured worker from receiving workers' compensation benefits?

Accepted Answer

A) Assuming the risk of dangerous working conditions is not a valid reason to disqualify a worker from receiving workers' compensation benefits.
B) If the injured worker was on a frolic (i.e., a personal errand or activity) or a detour (i.e., a departure from work to attend to personal business during working hours) at the time of the injury, they may be disqualified from receiving benefits as the injury did not occur within the scope of their employment.
C) The employee's competency or skill level is irrelevant to their eligibility for workers' compensation benefits.
D) The employer's financial hardship caused by insurance premiums is not a valid reason to disqualify an injured worker from receiving benefits.

Question 7

Workers' compensation laws do not recognize psychological trauma as a compensable injury.

Accepted Answer

Many states have expanded their workers' compensation laws to include coverage for psychological trauma or mental illness resulting from work-related events. However, the specifics of what is covered and under what circumstances vary by state.

Question 8

Employee is not covered for an injury when he or she is engaged in frolic.

Accepted Answer

When an employee is engaged in frolic, they are not performing their work duties and are acting on their own personal interest, therefore any injury sustained during frolic is not covered by worker's compensation.

Question 9

There are two legal requirements that show an injury is job- related.They aren't injuries that arose out of or occurred in the course of the employee's duties.

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Question 10

What effect does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) have on an employer's right to review an injured worker's medical records?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA allows employers to have access to employee medical information as necessary for job-related purposes, including workers' compensation claims. However, the access is limited to minimum necessary information related to the injury or illness. This means that the employer can review medical records related to the injury or illness, but not the employee's entire medical history.

Question 11

What time limit is imposed on employees to report their injuries under workers' compensation statutes?

Accepted Answer

Workers' compensation statutes generally do not specify a specific time limit for reporting injuries. Instead, they require that employees report injuries within a reasonable period of time. The definition of a reasonable period of time may vary depending on the circumstances of the injury and the specific state's laws. However, it is generally recommended that employees report injuries as soon as possible to avoid any potential issues with their claim being denied or delayed.

Question 12

What are the two necessary elements that an employee must show in order to have an injury covered under workers' compensation?

Accepted Answer

In order for an injury to be covered under workers' compensation, it must arise out of and occur during the course of employment. This means that the injury must be directly related to the employee's job duties and occur while the employee is on the job. The other options are incorrect because they require different elements to be present, such as intent or negligence on the part of the employer.

Question 13

A detour is a side errand or a temporary departure of the employee from work-related activities.

Accepted Answer

A detour is indeed a side errand or temporary departure from work-related activities.

Question 14

List and explain various occupational diseases.

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Question 15

Which of the following federal acts has a direct impact on medical records in workers' compensation cases?

Accepted Answer

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) has a direct impact on medical records in workers' compensation cases. HIPAA provides guidelines for the privacy and security of individual health information and sets standards for electronic health records. This includes medical records used in workers' compensation cases.

Question 16

The employee is responsible for reporting the injury to his or her supervisor as soon as possible.

Accepted Answer

It is the responsibility of the employee to report any injury to their supervisor as soon as possible so that proper action can be taken. Delayed reporting of the injury may lead to complications and could affect the employee's eligibility for workers' compensation benefits.

Question 17

An employee is not authorized to go to the emergency room without first consulting with the employer.

Accepted Answer

An employer cannot legally prevent an employee from seeking necessary medical treatment or emergency care. It is a violation of employee rights and can result in legal repercussions for the employer.

Question 18

Are stress headaches, ulcers, or hearing conditions recognized as work-related injuries in your state? Research your state's workers' compensation laws, and provide an analysis of the applicability of these various maladies.

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Question 19

If an employee is engaged in horseplay with other employees, those injuries are not covered under workers' compensation law either.

Accepted Answer

Horseplay is considered a deviation from work-related tasks and is not covered under workers' compensation law.

Question 20

Is the personal comfort doctrine recognized in your state? If so, what activities fall under the doctrine? If not, is there a similar doctrine or other approach used that will compensate employees for activities on the job that are not strictly work-related?

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Quiz 4: Injuries Under Workers Compensation