We provide workplace injury prevention and education services to all Nova Scotia employers and workers. We also provide workplace injury insurance coverage to approximately 18,000 employers and their 300,000 workers.

Workers have certain rights and responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workers’ Compensation Act, and in return, receive various benefits and services from the WCB, as appropriate.

Take one of the links on this page to find more information about preventing injuries, reporting injuries, rights and responsibilities, health care services, financial assistance, return to work and more.

Workers Q&A

  1. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?
  2. What are my rights under the Occupational Health and Safety Act?
  3. What are my responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act?
  4. What do I do if I feel that my workplace is not safe?
  5. Am I covered?
  6. What if I get injured at work?
  7. What are the benefits and services available?
  8. What are my rights under the Workers’ Compensation Act?
  9. What are my responsibilities under the Workers’ Compensation Act?
10. How do I appeal a decision?