While employers have a duty under Texas law to take all actions reasonably necessary to ensure a safe workplace, such as providing appropriate equipment, not all accidents are solely the fault of the employer or the employee.
The employer also has certain duties regarding workers compensation, if applicable.
Reporting workers compensation insurance coverage to employees. Employers must notify employees of the status of their workers compensation coverage. They must also post a written notice at conspicuous locations at the workplace, in English, Spanish, and any other language common to the employees. These notices must appear in a specifically prescribed wording and format.
Reporting illnesses and injuries. Employers must report any work-related injury that results in the employees absence from the job for more than one day, any occupational disease that the employer is aware of, and any work-related fatality to its insurance carrier within 8 days. The employer must provide a copy of the completed form to the employee.
Reporting wages and benefits. An employer must report an injured employees wages and fringe benefits to the insurance carrier.