PRIME | Rewarding safer workplaces in NL
PRIME is WorkplaceNL’s incentive program for employers who maintain safe workplaces and effectively manage return-to-work processes. By meeting specific safety and claims management standards, organizations can receive refunds.
Why should I participate?
✔ Financial rewards: Earn a five per cent refund on your average assessment by demonstrating strong occupational health and safety (OHS) practices. Plus, earn an additional experience refund by having effective early and safe return-to-work programs.
✔ Improved workplace safety: Implementing PRIME requirements contributes to a safer work environment, reducing the likelihood of workplace incidents and injuries.
✔ Enhanced reputation: Demonstrating a commitment to safety can improve your organization’s reputation among employees, clients and the community.
What will I get back?
Under PRIME, employers can receive two types of financial incentives:
- PRIME Practice Incentive: Employers can receive a five per cent practice refund on their average assessment by having good OHS and return-to-work programs in place.
- PRIME Experience Incentive: Employers who manage their claims costs through early and safe return-to-work programs can receive an experience refund, while employers with high claim costs may receive an experience charge. You must first qualify for a practice refund to be considered for an experience refund. Employers will always be subject to experience charges if applicable.
Here are some examples:
Please be advised that the above are fictional examples created for illustrative purposes only. Decisions as to eligibility for PRIME and the availability of incentives shall be made by WorkplaceNL in accordance with the applicable legislation, regulations and policies. For information on eligibility and the availability of incentives for your workplace, please contact WorkplaceNL.
As you can see, participating in PRIME provides financial benefits and also helps foster a culture of safety within your organization. By meeting requirements, you contribute to a healthier and more resilient work environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to your employees’ well-being.
Let’s get started
The steps you take to qualify for PRIME refunds depend on how many employees you have and the amount you pay to WorkplaceNL. Let’s see if your business is Path 1 or Path 2.
| STEP 1: Determine your path* | ||||
| You employ** | 1-19 workers at each worksite | 1-19 workers at each worksite | 20 or more workers at any one worksite | 20 or more workers at any one worksite |
| You pay | Less than $10,000 in average assessments | $10,000 or more in average assessments | Less than $10,000 in average assessments | $10,000 or more in average assessments |
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| STEP 2: | This is me! Click here for your Path 1 check list. | This is me! Click here for your Path 2 check list. | ||
*Construction employers must be COR Certified with a valid Letter of Good Standing under the Certificate of Recognition (COR) Program issued by the Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Safety Association (NLCSA) to be considered for a PRIME refund. If you have questions, contact the NLCSA at: 709.739.7000 or toll-free at: 1.888.681.7233 or e-mail [email protected].
To determine if you are a construction employer, refer to the NIC code pre-printed on your invoice or on your Employer Payroll Statement. You are a construction employer if you are classified in one of the following NIC codes: between 4011 and 4499, and NIC code 4591.
**The number of workers at each site includes all managers, non-managers, owners and operators. To be a path 2 you only need to have one worksite with 20 or more workers – all others can be less than 20. You are path 1 if each of your worksites has less than 20 workers.
| We’re here to help! Our safety advisors can help you get started with PRIME. Call 1.800.563.9000 or email [email protected]. |