BC Fire Fighters’ Presumptive Coverage

If a fire fighter develops an occupational disease/injury listed in the Fire Fighters' Occupational Disease Regulation, has worked as a fire fighter for the minimum cumulative period, and has been regularly exposed to the hazards of a fire scene other than a forest fire, the diagnosed disease/illness is presumed to be caused by the worker's employment. A compensation claim would then be covered by WorkSafeBC, unless the contrary was proven. The following cancer/illness types currently covered under BC presumptive legislation.

To make a report to WorkSafeBC, please contact Claims at 1.888.967 .5377 Your employer and health care provider(s) are also required to file reports.

If you have questions relating to occupational disease claims, call 604.231.8842