Worker's Compensation is a state-mandated insurance plan designed to provide benefits and assistance to all workers who are injured as a result of their employment or who develop job-related illnesses. Benefits may include: medical costs, temporary disability, permanent disability, job displacement voucher or death benefits. The objective of the UCM Worker's Compensation Program is to assist in your quick recovery and return to work.
Report a Work Related Injury or Illness
Obtain Prescription Medication
Request and Ergonomic Evaluation - Environmental Health & Safety
Request a Safety Investigation - Environmental Health & Safety
Request a Reasonable Accommodation - Accommodation Management Services
Forms
- Pre-Designation of Physician Form
- Incident Report
- DWC-1 (claim form) & Notice of Potential Eligibility (NOPE)
- Work Status Report
- Extended sick leave (ESL) - Ballot Authorization
- Workers Comp Election Form
Questions? Contact benefits@ucmerced.edu or 209-259-8806