Adjudicative approach document Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) claims March 23, 2020 Entitlement A worker is entitled to benefits for COVID-19 arising out of and in the course of the worker’s employment. Claims for COVID-19 will be adjudicated on a case-by-case basis. In all cases, entitlement decisions for COVID-19 must be based on the merits and justice of the case, taking into account all of the facts and circumstances relating to the case. Purpose The purpose of this adjudicative approach document is

COVID -19 Exposure IAMAW members and representatives – if you believe that you were exposed to COVID 19 in your workplace and have taken ill or require hospitalization you should file a claim under workers compensation.  This will identify COVID 19 as a hazard in the workplace. Seek immediate MEDICAL ATTENTION: You must report the injury to the employer AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. YOU CANNOT LEGALLY BE FIRED for reporting an injury Complete a Workplace Injury or Disease Form WORKERS

Risk to Canadians COVID-19 is a serious health threat, and the situation is evolving daily. The risk will vary between and within communities, but given the increasing number of cases in Canada, the risk to Canadians is considered high. This does not mean that all Canadians will get the disease. It means that there is already a significant impact on our health care system. If we do not flatten the epidemic curve now, the increase of COVID-19 cases could impact