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Operational Policy Manual and Employer Classification Manual
Our Operational Policy Manual (OPM) policies and Employer Classification Manual (ECM) policies are online, accessible and free. The directory and search functions make navigation easy, while quick links give you related policies for your reference.
The OPM contains current policies and archived policies we use to make decisions about worker and employer rights and obligations, employer premiums, benefits and other related workplace safety and insurance matters.
The ECM includes policies that support the classification structure outlined in our Classification Structure policy, adapted from the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) and includes additional WSIB-specific classification codes. The ECM contains the descriptions of classification codes we use to classify the business activities of Ontario businesses, as well as the coverage status for each of these classification codes. Our Archived ECM contains rescinded policy documents that are only applicable up to and including December 31, 2019.
Policy updates and clarifications
You can review all updates on recent changes to operational policies at the WSIB, policy clarifications, and our policy agenda.
You can find information about our occupational disease policy initiatives, including:
- information about the foundational pillars of our Occupational Disease Strategy
- updates on current occupational disease policy work and ongoing research grants
- access to our completed occupational disease policy projects, including completed research, policies, and other supporting materials
- links to other key resources, such as major reports relevant to occupational disease policy
We develop and update policies in accordance with our legislation and through consultation with our clients and customers. You’ll find information about consultations for policies and/or policy changes.
Our ongoing commitment to serve the people and businesses of Ontario includes continued efforts to make policies easier to understand and apply and to ensure they are clear and consistent.
You can learn more about the various acts under which we operate.
Find out how we can assist you with benefits, revenue, and occupational disease policy questions.