U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Department of Labor Logo United States Department of Labor
Dot gov

The .gov means it's official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you're on a federal government site.

Https

The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.

September 1991

Role of workers’ compensation in developing safer workplaces

James R. Chelius

The higher costs of providing workers' compensation benefits in risky occupations may lead employers to improve safety in order to lower their insurance costs. This article examines the effect of workers' compensation on safety and health, including specific arrangements by which Federal agencies are charged for the work injury liabilities of their employees.

Download PDF »