Understanding Workers' Compensation for Employees (V15)

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What would happen if you were injured in an accident on the job? Who would pay your medical bills and compensate you for time lost from work? In the state of Florida, not all employers are required to provide workers' compensation insurance. Workers need to understand their rights and know if they are covered in the event of a work-related accident. The purpose of this 1-hour interactive online course is to educate employees about their legal rights under workers' compensation. The class explains what workers' compensation insurance is and who needs coverage. It also discusses proper procedures in the event of an accident, and how implemented preventative measures, such as safety awareness and a drug-free workplace program, can reduce the occurrences of work-related incidents and maintain a healthy workforce.

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Objectives SME Course Applies to

Course Objectives

Understand what workers' compensation is and why it is important
Be familiar with Florida Statutes under Chapter 440 regarding workers'compensation
Be familiar with the Family Leave Act and Americans with Disabilities Act
Understand who needs workers' compensation coverage and who may be exempt
Understand how preventative measures affect workers' compensation claims
Know what to do in the event of an on-the-job accident
Understand how to investigate an accident to prevent reoccurrences
Have knowledge of the benefits available through workers' compensation
Know what conditions are considered exempt from benefits
Understand what may be considered an occupational disease
Be familiar with employer liability and your right to claim benefits
Know the costs of workers' compensation fraud and how to prevent it

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: David Chitester

David Chitester is a licensed P.E. in Michigan and Florida has over 35 years of experience. He graduated with a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 1974. He also has an M.B.A that he received from Northern Michigan University in 1978.

David Chitester began his career with Bechtel Power and Blount Brothers where he gained field construction experience on projects ranging from $150 million to $500 million. For more than 30 years, he has provided services essential to a balanced mix of public and private sector clients. Mr. Chitester's expertise has been applied to multi-million dollar hotels and resorts, industrial process plants, power generating facilities, office and commercial buildings. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and his background includes a number of years on active construction sites.

David Chitester is a professional trainer and founder of RedVector.com Inc. and Chitester Management Systems. He has authored numerous online courses and taught live classes on ethics, laws and rules, building codes and the ADA. His courses have been approved by numerous state boards and private organizations including the: AIA, USGBC, FBPE, AICP, FCILB, ECLB, Florida Building Commission and many others.

State Licenses

Florida

FL - Building Code Administrator (General - 0009284)

FL - Contractor, Alarm System I & II (Workers' Compensation - 0007716)

Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771

FL - Contractor, Certified (Workers' Compensation - 0009284)

Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771

FL - Contractor, Electrical (Workers' Compensation - 0007716)

Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771

FL - Contractor, Electrical Specialty (Workers' Compensation - 0007716)

Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771

FL - Contractor, Palm Beach County (Workers' Compensation - 0009284)

Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771

FL - Contractor, Pinellas County (Workers' Compensation - 0009284)

Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771

FL - Contractor, Registered (Workers Compensation - 0009284)

Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771

FL - Examiner (General - 0009284)

FL - Inspector (General - 0009284)

Georgia

GA - Architect (General - RV766-2027)