Report Injuries Immediately — Your Health Is the Priority

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Those small aches and pains that may not seem serious at first can turn into major issues later. That’s why it’s critical to report any injury right when it happens, clearly and accurately.  Even if you don’t need immediate medical attention, reporting the incident creates a record that protects you down the road.

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Always report your injury with a Union Shop Steward or Safety Representative present. Locate a member of management and inform them of the injury. If management tells you to come back later, do not accept that response. There is nothing happening in the operation more important than your health.

If you’re told to wait:

• Politely insist on reporting the injury immediately.

• Take note of the manager’s name and the exact time you were told to delay.

• Report the incident right away to your union Safety Team.

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Provide detailed information about the injury. Be specific. Review the report with your steward to ensure all information is correct. Always request a copy of the injury report for your own records in case the injury worsens over time.  Lastly, make sure your injury is reported to your union Safety Representative. This allows us to track and analyze incidents, helping to prevent similar injuries from happening to other union members in the future.

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Your voice matters. Your safety matters. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.