Section 31-354-8 - Procedures under section 31-325 of the general statutes(a)Acknowledgement of Physical ConditionA worker with a prior work injury or physical impairment may execute an acknowledgement of his physical defect which shall be approved by the compensation commissioner in the appropriate district. The language shall be very specific as to the condition acknowledged.
(b)Transfer of Liability(1) In the event of an injury, a proper acknowledgement allows the employer to transfer the liability of the compensable injury to the Fund from the first day of the disability.(2) Employees executing an acknowledgement shall not be prejudiced in the event of an injury; employers shall provide the requisite benefits until there is an agreement with the Fund.(c)NoticeNotice to the Fund shall contain:
(1) A copy of the acknowledgement;(2) A copy of an approved voluntary agreement; or finding and award;(3) Supporting medical records; and(4) Claimant's statement describing the incident.Conn. Agencies Regs. § 31-354-8