Authority
Policy 25-007 Prostheses, Orthoses and Assistive Devices
Rates/ Fees
- WorkSafeNB may reimburse the cost to replace or repair prescription eyeglasses; prescription contact lenses; prescription safety glasses (if paid for by the worker); and prescription sunglasses. Receipts are required.
- When providing prescription eyewear, in 2024 WorkSafeNB pays for:
- Lenses for the glasses at cost; and
- Frames to a maximum of $226.77.
- The injured worker may apply the value of the lenses and frames to the purchase of contact lenses.
Prescription Eyeglasses Damaged at Work
- WorkSafeNB repairs or replaces pre-accident prescription eyewear, one time only, when damaged in a compensable accident causing injury.
- Coatings, such as anti-glare, anti-scratch, tinting, or other additions to lenses may be purchased and paid for by the worker.
- WorkSafeNB is not responsible for on-going maintenance or subsequent repair or replacement.
Eyeglasses Provided to Treat Compensable Injury
- WorkSafeNB provides eyeglasses to treat a compensable workplace injury when prescribed by a licensed health care provider.
- When provided to treat a compensable injury WorkSafeNB provides repair or replacement of lenses and frames once every five years.
- New lenses may be provided whenever the prescription changes and the change in condition is compatible with the compensable injury.
