Workplace Safety & Loss Prevention Program (CR 59)

The Workplace Safety & Loss Prevention Program, part of the 1996 workers' compensation reforms, was developed to reduce workplace injuries in New York State. Its goals are to improve workplace safety and lower the cost of workers' compensation insurance in New York State. It is also known as the Industrial Code Rule 59 (ICR59) Program.

Who must undergo the CR 59 process?

I received a notification letter. What do I do?

Who must undergo the CR 59 process?

The law mandates that employers with an experience modification above 1.20 and a payroll in excess of $800,000 retain a certified consultant to perform a CR 59 consultation. Employers receive written notification from the New York Compensation Insurance Rating Board (NYCIRB) that a consultation and evaluation by a certified workplace safety and loss prevention consultant is necessary.

A listing of certified consultants may be found at:https://applications.labor.ny.gov/WSLPIPSpecialistSearch/specialistSearch.faces

I received a notification letter. What do I do?

You received a letter because your experience modification ("mod") is above 1.20 and your gross payroll was more than $800,000 when NYCIRB reviewed your record.

If you've been cited, you need to select a Code Rule 59 certified safety consultant within 30 days of receiving the letter. Then, you must notify the Department of Labor of the consultant's name and certificate number within 10 days of making your selection. Back to Top