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Public Service Workers' Compensation – Coverage directive

This directive describes the Workers' Compensation coverage for contract or fee-for-service Alberta Public Service employees.

Overview

This directive sets out the requirement for Workers' Compensation coverage for contract or fee-for-service employees.

Coverage requirement

To reduce the government's liability, departments must ensure that any firm or person hired on a services contract or fee for service has Workers' Compensation coverage.

About this directive

Authority: Workers' Compensation Act
Application: Organizations under the Public Service Act
Effective Date: October 1, 1997
Contact: Alberta Public Service Commission:
Labour and Employment Practices; Wellness, Health, Safety Program and Service