Connecticut General Statutes 31-283g – Education services for employees concerning the prevention of occupational diseases and injuries
The Workers’ Compensation Commission shall provide, in convenient locations throughout the state, education services to employees concerning the prevention of occupational diseases and injuries, training for nonmanagement employees in workers’ compensation procedures and substantive rights, information to employers concerning known and suspected workplace hazards and training and information for medical professionals in workers’ compensation procedures, standards and requirements. The chairperson shall be provided with sufficient staff to assist him in the performance of his duties. The chairperson of the Workers’ Compensation Commission may adopt regulations, in accordance with the provisions of chapter 54, to implement the provisions of this section.
Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 31-283g
- Commission: means the Workers' Compensation Commission. See Connecticut General Statutes 31-275
- Compensation: means benefits or payments mandated by the provisions of this chapter, including, but not limited to, indemnity, medical and surgical aid or hospital and nursing service required under section 31-294d and any type of payment for disability, whether for total or partial disability of a permanent or temporary nature, death benefit, funeral expense, payments made under the provisions of section 31-284b, 31-293a or 31-310, or any adjustment in benefits or payments required by this chapter. See Connecticut General Statutes 31-275