CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) invites employers across the state to participate in a series of no-cost, 2-hour informational sessions to help businesses enhance workplace safety, strengthen risk management, prevent fraud, and better understand Workers’ Compensation programs and processes.

Created with busy employers in mind, these no-cost events are offered both in-person and online, with the same information shared at every session. Employers can choose the date and format that works best for their schedule.

“These sessions make Workers’ Compensation easier to understand by breaking it down into practical, real-world guidance employers can use right away,” said Elizabeth Gagen, Director of the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services. “Our goal is to help businesses create safe workplaces, reduce costs, and confidently navigate the system.”

 

Why Attend?

These sessions offer clear, practical benefits for employers, including how to:

  • Improve workplace safety and reduce injuries
  • Lower Workers’ Compensation costs through smart risk management
  • Understand what to do when an injury occurs
  • Identify and prevent Workers’ Compensation fraud
  • Access valuable support, training, and resources available through DWS

 

What You’ll Learn

Risk Management

  • Overview of discount programs that may lower costs
  • Understanding loss runs and experience modification ratings
  • Risk management analysis strategies

Workers’ Compensation Safety & Risk

  • On-site safety consultation options available at no cost
  • Training opportunities for employers and employees
  • Assistance with health and safety programs

Fraud & Investigations

  • What Workers’ Compensation fraud looks like
  • How employers can prevent and respond to fraud
  • How DWS partners with businesses to address fraud concerns

Workers’ Compensation Claims

  • How and when to report an injury
  • How compensability is determined
  • Benefits available to injured workers
  • Introduction to PIERS

 

2026 Workshop Schedule

In-Person Sessions:

  • Jan. 15 at 10 a.m. – 5221 Yellowstone Rd., Cheyenne, WY 82002
  • July 8 at 10 a.m. – 444 W. Collins Dr., #1100, Casper, WY 82601

Virtual Sessions:

  • April 15 at 10 a.m. – Link provided after registration
  • Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. – Link provided after registration

Registration is required for each session, and employers are encouraged to reserve their spot early.

For more information about Workers’ Compensation services and resources for employers, please visit dws.wyo.gov/wc.