WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION BOARD "Arising out of and in the cause of employment' & "A vital consideration in deciding eleigibility for ben- efits under Ontario's Work- men's Compensation system is establishing that injury is the result of an incident "arising out of and in the course of employment." On the surface a relatively straight-forward provision, its correct interpretation is fundamental to fair applica- tion of Workmen's Compen- sation. Fair application in this instance requires not only that workmen be adequately protected but also that employers, who finance the "system through their contri- butions, are not saddled with costs for conditions which are not the result of employ- ment. In general, coverage ex- tends to anything connected with performance of the task for which the worker was hired or to which he has been assigned, including an act- ivity which may not have been specifically designated but which might reasonably be undertaken in connection with his duties. If the worker acts rea- sonably and in good faith attempting to do what he believes to be in the best interest of his employer, the fact he may to some degree exceed his instructions or go outside the strict limits of ordinary duty does not necessarily deprive him of Workmen's Compensation coverage. Broad as the above in- terpretation may appear, it is not an unlimited blanket extending Workmen's Com- pensation protection to every conceivable eventuality. A worker whose injury is caused solely by his own serious and wilful miscon- duct is not entitled to compensation unless the in- jury results in death or - serious disablement. Likewise, injuries suffered while engaged in horseplay or as a result of a fight are not considered to arise out of employment. However, there have been rulings under which workers injured as a result of horseplay in which they did not partici- pate, or fights in which they either did not retaliate or were in fact innocent vic- tims, have received Workmen's Compensation benefits. Where there is any ques- tion, the injury-causing inci- dent is one arising out of and in the course of employment, a decision on eligibility is not infrequently an exremely delicate matter which can be resolved justly only after careful examination of re- ports covering every aspect of a particular case. In such instances it is very important the incident be reported in detail, and also as soon after the occurrrence as possible so that an enquiry may be carried out while events are fresh in the minds of witnesses and physical evidence may be examined first hand. The general coverage of activities described above extends to the entire time at be Li spends at his place of irk or jobsite, including intervals of leisure such as regular breaks and lunch periods., Workmen's Com- pehsation coverage is con- sidered to begin when the worker steps onto employers' property or job- site and to cease when he departs. Here again the interpretation, for ~~ Work- men's Compensation pur- poses, is a broad one covering such eventualities as an injury which occurs during avisit to pick up wages or other such occas- ions not directly connected with regular work routine. Covergge does not extend to the journey to and from work unless transportation is furnished in a conveyance under the control and super- vision of the employer, or owned or chartered by him. The latter does not include the vehicle of a worker who is receiving mileage allow- ance from his employer merely for the purposes of transportation to and from work. the Use of certified seed S20 STAR = Wednesday, feb. 26,1973 - 27 means quality feed Top. quality legumes and grasses are important to many farm feeding pro- "grams. However, to reap the benefits, it is important that you buy top quality seed. Choose "Certified" seed for the best results, says W.D. Taylor, Soils and Crops Branch, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food. Seed represents a small capitalinvestmentperacrein crop production. Using certi- fied seed ensures that your forages will yield top quality forage. Check the tag when you buy -- the certified seed tag means the seed has been grown and processed accord- ing to the requirements of the Canadian Seed Growers' Association and the Canada Department of Agriculture. Choose varieties that canbe matched to your growing conditions, feed require- Check The Label On Your Paper ments, and harvesting tech- niques. Your lotal seed dealer will be able to advise you on varieties adapted to your area. Order your seed early for spring seeding. Forage seeds are expected to be in short supply and more expensive this year due to the lower harvest yields in 1972. If you, . want a particular ariety, look into the seed supply as soon as possible. Supplies of some species may be exhaus- ted quickly. Torealize the full benefit of Certified seed, overall plann- ing is important. A good forage program does not just happen. Begin planning now to be ready for March, the "Good Seed Month." H. E Johnson OPTOMETRIST for appointment call 985-2383 or Zenith 59240 Scugog News The "Head" U.C.W. will meet on Monday evening March 5th at the home of Mrs. Marilyn Tripp in Port Perry. The March Forfeit calendars are out and you will be anxious to start on them to-morrow. Don't forget the euchre party to-night at the Scugog Municipal Hall. School few Island Brownies WM the Si-doo party at Poplar Park on Saturday. Some were able to take part in the church service at the Port Perry United Church and hear Rev. Gerry Brown of the Bowmanville Training give his talk on Alcohol and Drugs and the relationship to the youth at the Training School. Why Experiment? HEAT YOUR HOME WITH RELIABLE, CLEAN, SAFE FUEL. Call ,REESOR for a tank of Oil. Let us keep you supplied for the coming burning season, Reesor Fuel & Lumber: PORT PERRY, ONTARIO -- 985-7951 Malcolm Phillips ONTARIO AND SURVEYOR Main Street W. touffville, Ont. Phone 640403) For Income Tax & Bookkeeping Services see ALEX SHEPHERD 28 Water St. Phorie 985-7031 Specializing in Business and Farm Operations [J Ron Rankin AND SONS General Contracting Plumbing - Carpentry - Electric - Phone 985-7679 BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY REPAIRS to all makes of Sewing Machines Th eina> SEWING CENTRE Sales & Service 20 Bond St. W., Downstairs Oshawa - 576-7550 Walter J. Brown CARPENTRY RENOVATION DECORATING Phone 985-3259 Prince Albert, Ont. DON MYERS CONSTRUCTION Septic Tanks Cleaned By PUMP EQUIPMENT Septic Tanks and Weeping Beds Installed: Armstrong Port Perry -- 985-2226 EXCAVATING --- DRAG WORK PORT PERRY 985-3142 Your Insurance Innovator WM. 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COLLINS F & G CONSTRUCTION BOB'S CARPENTRY - ALL PHASES OF CARPENTRY Courtesy, Imagination and Estimates -- FREE -- BOB BERO -- Seagrave, Ont. -- 985.7027 R.R. 1, Port Perry BUILD ING & REMODELLING Cottage Raising Foundation Work, Etc. For any of your con- struction needs call us. 985-2979 LENNOX CEN IEISAS CIN Sales & Service from the Comfort Specialists R. S. THOMSON HEATING 985-3365 Electric Motor RIDGEVIEW Snack Bar and Service Station Licensed Mechanic OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK w Phone 985-2431 R.R. 2 Port Perry Rewinding and Repair MITTON ELECTRIC Tel. 668-2670 208 Chestnut St. East, Whitby, Ont. V-Belts and Pulleys Bearings Chaip and Sprockets General GRIEVE'S GULF SERVICE PORT PERRY, ONTARIO Repairs 985-3182 178 Simcoe St. N. Godawa, Tomlin & Co. CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS Oshawa, Ontario Telephone 728-3891 " DANCE MUSIC for young and old ® Contemporary ® Country & Western ® Polkas etc. ® Rock Weddings, Parties, Dances J. 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