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Form C-159 (BWC-159) Waiver of Workers' Compensation Benefits for Recreational or Fitness Activities - Ohio
What Is Form C-159 (BWC-159)?
This is a legal form that was released by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation - a government authority operating within Ohio. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form C-159 (BWC-159)?
A: Form C-159 (BWC-159) is a waiver of workers' compensation benefits for recreational or fitness activities in Ohio.
Q: What is the purpose of Form C-159 (BWC-159)?
A: The purpose of Form C-159 (BWC-159) is to waive workers' compensation benefits for employees participating in recreational or fitness activities.
Q: Who needs to fill out Form C-159 (BWC-159)?
A: Employees who wish to waive their workers' compensation benefits for recreational or fitness activities need to fill out Form C-159 (BWC-159).
Q: What are recreational or fitness activities?
A: Recreational or fitness activities refer to activities such as sports, exercise programs, and other physical activities outside of work.
Q: Why would someone waive their workers' compensation benefits for recreational or fitness activities?
A: Some employees may choose to waive their workers' compensation benefits to participate in recreational or fitness activities without concern for work-related injuries.
Q: Is the waiver of workers' compensation benefits permanent?
A: No, the waiver of workers' compensation benefits for recreational or fitness activities is only valid for the specific activity and time period specified on the form.
Q: What happens if an employee is injured during a waived activity?
A: If an employee is injured during a waived recreational or fitness activity, they will not be eligible for workers' compensation benefits for that specific activity.
Q: Can an employee change their mind after waiving workers' compensation benefits?
A: No, once an employee has signed the waiver, they cannot change their mind and request workers' compensation benefits for the waived activity.
Q: Are there any specific requirements for filling out Form C-159 (BWC-159)?
A: Yes, there are specific requirements for filling out Form C-159 (BWC-159) outlined in the form's instructions. It is important to follow these instructions carefully.
Form Details:
- Released on December 29, 1997;
- The latest edition provided by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a printable version of Form C-159 (BWC-159) by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation.
