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These work accident report forms are part of your obligation […]","datePublished":"2020-12-17","dateModified":"2026-01-17","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/oreskylaw.com\/blog\/author\/oreskylaw\/#Person","name":"Oresky & Associates, PLLC","url":"https:\/\/oreskylaw.com\/blog\/author\/oreskylaw\/","identifier":10,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/11b03a3be4c4635217ac5645f0fe16e0c37e993a0eea73c574f7d1af7f12831c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/11b03a3be4c4635217ac5645f0fe16e0c37e993a0eea73c574f7d1af7f12831c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Oresky & Associates PLLC","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/oreskylaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/oresky-footer-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/oreskylaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/oresky-footer-logo.png","width":287,"height":76}},"url":"https:\/\/oreskylaw.com\/blog\/common-accident-report-forms-for-workplace-injuries\/","about":["Workplace Accidents"],"wordCount":992,"articleBody":"One of your first actions after any type of\u00a0workplace injury\u00a0is to seek medical care. Your next step is to notify your supervisor, union representative, or another authorized individual about your injury, accident, or illness.You will complete one or more\u00a0common accident report forms\u00a0for workplace injuries. These work accident report forms are part of your obligation for reporting the injury and for helping you get benefits for which you may be eligible.Resources for Common Workplace Accident Report FormsThe following are downloadable links for common accident report forms for workplace injuries. This is not an exhaustive list because many employers also have their own employee accident report form templates.OSHA Employee’s Report of Injury FormAll workers who experience an injury, illness or a near miss at work are required to complete an Employee’s Report of Injury Form provided by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). An OSHA accident report form is for both the employee and the employer.To download the accident report form PDF, click this link:\u00a0OSHA Employee’s Report of Injury Form.Click here for the\u00a0Spanish versions of OSHA forms\u00a0and publications.New York State Department of Labor Incident ReportNew York State requires workers to report all injury and illness to the state Department of Labor (DOL). Download the\u00a0New York State DOL Injury and Illness Incident Form (Form SH 900.2) now.EPA Incident ReportIf your workplace injury or illness involves controlled or toxic substances (such as pesticides), you might be asked to complete a form for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Click this link to download the\u00a0EPA’s Industry’s Voluntary Incident Report.Information Often Required on Accident FormsDepending on the type of injury that you have suffered, you will need to include certain types of information on the accident form.These key details might include:Your name and job titleDate and time of the injuryLocation of the accident (for example, in the warehouse or at a construction site)Name and job title of your immediate supervisorParties involved in the incidentInjury details that may need supporting documentation such as X-rays or a doctor’s noteDetails about unsafe conditions that contributed to the accident and injuryProperty loss or damage because of the accidentPolice or first responder reports if applicableAny follow-up actions, such as increased safety measures, training, and education, or need for safety equipment or adaptive devicesOften you can upload or electronically send supporting evidence and documentation. This allows you to file an employee accident report quickly and reduces the chance for evidence to become lost or delayed in the mail. However, you may also print and mail the completed form if you wish.Your workplace may have other paperwork for you to complete when you report an incident at work or on the clock. For example, your employer may have a specific employee vehicle accident report form if you were involved in an accident on company time.Your health and safety are incredibly important, and it’s crucial that you document everything as it relates to the accident incident.Leading Workplace Injury CausesAccording to the National Safety Council (NSC), 84 percent of all nonfatal work injuries share three leading causes:Overexertion and bodily reactions from both non-impact and repetitive injuriesSlip, trip, and fall accidentsContact with machinery, equipment, and objectsWorkplace injuries can happen for many reasons. Some possible incidents that result in injury can even include workplace violence or a failure to securely store equipment or other objects. Employers may even need to figure out appropriate corrective actions related to the incident to prevent injuries in the future.It is up to the injured employee to complete the most common accident forms for workplace injuries. Most of these accident incident report forms are available in languages other than English, but if they are not, you may benefit from talking to a bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish) member of our team.We Get Results for Injured WorkersOur attorneys\u00a0have won more than $400 million in settlements and verdicts for clients. We help break the barriers between injured people and their quest for justice and compensation.Our team can help you:Understand your rightsProtect these rights regardless of your legal statusConnect with medical care and even provide translation for Spanish-speaking clientsOur team wants to help you get money to cover the pain and suffering damages associated with your injuries. These damages include past and future pain and suffering, as the bills and mental distress from your injuries can negatively impact your life. Our firm is also prepared to help you fight for the recovery of lost union benefits.Case Results by Our Legal TeamYou should know that past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but\u00a0Oresky & Associates, PLLC\u00a0has been a strong and successful advocate for injured New Yorkers for 30 years.Some of our workplace injury case results include:$18 million verdict for an undocumented construction worker who was severely injured in a scaffolding accident.$9.9 million settlement for an individual injured in a construction accident.$6 million settlement for an injured electrician hurt in a fall from a roof.$5 million awarded to an HVAC worker who needed back surgery after being knocked off a ladder.Your legal status does not matter if you are injured on the job. A lawyer with our firm can help you understand how you can pursue compensation regardless of your immigration status.Recoverable Damages from a Workplace InjuryEach workplace injury or illness case is different. However, there are often common recoverable damages associated with a workplace accident that may apply to you or your loved one.These damages include:Monetary compensation for past pain and suffering caused by injuriesMoney damages for future pain and suffering caused by injuriesLoss of servicesLoss of union benefitsLost wagesDecreased earning abilityDisabilityDisfigurementDiminished quality of life"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/oreskylaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Common Accident Report Forms for Workplace Injuries","item":"https:\/\/oreskylaw.com\/blog\/common-accident-report-forms-for-workplace-injuries\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]