Interpretation of misrepresentation for classification changes

Classification change policy in the Assessment Manual lists the possible reasons for changing a firm’s classification. Under this policy, a firm’s failure to provide timely, complete, and accurate information to WorkSafeBC, and to respond promptly to information requests or information provided by WorkSafeBC (the positive duties), is addressed under the heading of fraud or misrepresentation. This creates confusion when the contravention is inadvertent.

Our Policy, Regulation and Research Department is releasing a discussion paper with proposed amendments to policy in the Assessment Manual to clarify how a contravention of the positive duties is interpreted in the context of classification change.

The discussion paper and information on how to provide feedback can be found here:

Proposed amendments to policy on the interpretation of misrepresentation for classification changes

You’re invited to provide feedback until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026. WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors will consider feedback before making a decision on the proposed amendments.

Policy, Regulation and Research Department
WorkSafeBC