Small businesses
At WorkSafeBC, we're here to help you understand your insurance coverage, provide guidance and resources on how to prevent injuries, and support you if someone is injured at your workplace.
To get started, choose the path below that best describes where your business is with us — from just getting started to developing an established business.
Getting started
Starting a business or not sure if you need coverage? Learn your next steps to register with us.
Newly registered
See how to set up your account, report payroll, pay premiums, and create a healthy and safe workplace.
Grow and manage
Learn about premiums, health and safety, and supporting an employee after an injury or illness.
How we support your business
Insurance
Your WorkSafeBC insurance protects you and your employees (workers) if a work-related injury or illness occurs, including covering wage loss and health care costs.
Health and safety
We provide information and support to help you meet your workplace health and safety responsibilities as an employer.
Claims
If an employee is injured or becomes ill at work, you both play an important role in their recovery. By working together, you can support their safe recovery and return to work while keeping your business moving forward.
Contact us
We’re here to help. If you have a question or need support, please reach out to our teams below.
- Insurance: Contact our Employer Service Centre.
- Health and safety: Contact our Prevention Information Line.
- Claims: Contact our Claims Call Centre.
- Technical help with our online services: Contact our Technical Support team.
You can also join our Small Business Community to share your opinions about the services and support we offer. Take a short survey to join.
Resources
Health and Safety for Small Businesses: A Guide to WorkSafeBC
This guide helps small business owners in B.C. understand their health and safety responsibilities. It outlines insurance requirements, including registering with WorkSafeBC and applying for coverage,...