8442 - ON-THE-JOB INJURY
Any employee incurring an injury while engaged in his/her performance of District duties shall abide by the following procedures:
The injured employee shall report to his/her supervisor(s) office and complete Form 8442 F1 before reporting to an approved physician. The only exception will be if the injury is of such a nature that it requires immediate emergency attention. In that case, treatment should be undertaken and a report of the accident made to the Central Office at the earliest opportunity.
The appropriate form shall be completed by the Central Office for injuries involving outside medical costs and lost time injuries with less than seven (7) days disability.
Dental injuries require an estimate and approval prior to correction.
Except in emergencies, staff members are requested to use only hospitals and physicians approved by the Central Office and insurance carrier in the treatment of work-related injuries. Each school and department shall maintain a list of those hospitals and physicians approved for treatment of school employees.