betterjobs

Free report template · Word

Employee Injury Report

The employee injury report is the injured employee's own account of a work-related injury or illness, including injuries that develop over time such as back strain or repetitive-stress pain. It complements the supervisor's accident report and helps HR track treatment, leave, claims and fitness to return.

  • Editable Word (.docx)
  • Made for India
  • 7 fill-in fields highlighted
  • Free, no sign-up

Preview of the report

[Highlighted] = fill in
[Company Logo][Company Name]

EMPLOYEE INJURY REPORT

Report No.:
[Reference Number]
Date Submitted:
[Date]

1. Employee Details

Employee Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Reporting Manager
Work Location / Work from Home
ESI IP Number (if applicable)

2. Your Account of the Injury

Date and time of injury or when symptoms started
Where were you and what task were you doing?
Describe how it happened in your own words
Was it a sudden event or gradual (over days or weeks)?
Body part affected and symptoms
Did anyone see it happen? Names

3. Reporting

Date you first told your manager
If reported late, reason for delay
Accident report no. (if supervisor filed one)

4. Treatment

First aid received (Yes / No)
Doctor / hospital / ESI dispensary consulted
Medical certificate attached (Yes / No)
Advised rest from [DD/MM/YYYY] to [DD/MM/YYYY]
Work restrictions advised by doctor

5. HR Follow-up (for HR use)

ActionDateByRemarks
Report reviewed[DD/MM/YYYY][HR Name][Remarks]
Leave recorded (type)[DD/MM/YYYY][HR Name][Remarks]
ESI / insurance claim initiated[DD/MM/YYYY][HR Name][Remarks]
Workstation / task review requested[DD/MM/YYYY][HR Name][Remarks]
Return-to-work clearance received[DD/MM/YYYY][HR Name][Remarks]

6. Consent and Declaration

I confirm that the information above is true to the best of my knowledge. I consent to HR sharing my medical documents only with the company's medical officer, ESIC or insurer, as needed to process treatment and claims related to this injury.

Employee
[Employee Name]
Date: [Date]
Reporting Manager
[Reporting Manager]
Date: [Date]
HR
[HR Name]
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • Employee's account in their own words
  • Option for gradual-onset injuries and symptoms
  • Whether reported late and why
  • Treatment and medical certificate details
  • Leave and work restriction tracking
  • HR follow-up and claim status
  • Employee consent to share medical information for claims

When to use it

  • An employee reports an injury after the shift, not seen by a supervisor
  • Gradual injuries such as back pain, wrist strain or hearing problems
  • Injury during field work, sales visits or official travel
  • Work-from-home injuries reported by remote employees

How to customise this template

  1. 1Make it available on the HRMS so remote staff can submit
  2. 2Add your ESI branch or insurer contact details
  3. 3Use alongside the accident report form when a supervisor saw the event
  4. 4Decide who reviews late or gradual-onset reports
  5. 5Link to the return-to-work medical clearance

HR tips

  • Encourage reporting of minor aches early before they become long-term injuries
  • Do not discourage reports with fear of penalty
  • Check workstation or task design when several similar reports come in
  • Keep medical attachments separate from performance files

Compensation and ESI benefits for employment injuries depend on the Code on Social Security, 2020 and related rules (in force from 21 November 2025, with rules being notified); verify current procedures and seek advice for disputed claims.

For HR & hiring managers

Hire top talent from BetterJobs

Experienced and fresher candidates across India — blue, grey and white collar. Post a job in 5 minutes and start receiving applications.

  • Post in 5 minutesDescribe the role in one line — we write the job description.
  • Verified applicantsEvery applicant has a verified mobile number.
  • Resume databaseSearch experienced candidates by skill, city and experience.

Frequently asked questions

Can an employee report an injury after a few days?+

Yes. Late reports should still be accepted and recorded, with the reason for delay. Prompt reporting is encouraged because it helps treatment and claims.

Is a work-from-home injury a workplace injury?+

It depends on the facts and applicable law. Record it, review the circumstances and take advice before deciding on a claim.

What is the difference between the accident report and the injury report?+

The accident report is filled by the supervisor or safety officer about the event. The injury report is the employee's own account, useful for gradual injuries and claims.