What if my employee has a cut or scratch, something that only requires antiseptic and a bandage? Do I still need to complete the workers’ compensation claim filing paperwork?
No. You do not need to provide the claim form (DWC-1) and complete the employer’s report (5020) unless the injury results in lost time or the employee requires medical treatment. Departments may require supervisors to complete incident reports documenting when, how, and what occurred. You should contact your department management to find out if they have an incident reporting policy.
