All employees are covered by a Workers' Compensation Plan, which is provided by the district. Workers' compensation pays medical bills and a percentage of lost wages to employees who are injured while performing their jobs. If an employee dies as a result of a work-related accident or disease, death benefits are paid to dependents. If an injury occurs while an employee is actively engaged in performing a work assignment, he/she must immediately notify the supervisor about the accident or injury so that a First Report of Injury form may be completed. For an emergency, get medical attention right away. If it is not an emergency, your employer will refer you to a physician and/or treatment facility. All accidents should be reported whether you think you are injured or not. If you do not notify your employer within a specified period of time, you may not be covered under the workers' compensation system. Additional information may be obtained through the Business Department, 941-3433 or from the link below:
South Carolina School
Boards Workers' Compensation Link
South Carolina School
Boards Insurance Trust
1027 Barnwell Street
Columbia, SC 29201
803-799-6607 FAX:
803-779-0445