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2026 Texas Workers' Compensation Conference - Navigating the Path: From Basics to Mastery. Register now.
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Join us September 1-2 in San Marcos for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference. This year's conference — Navigating the Path: From Basics to Mastery — offers a dual-track format designed to support newcomers to the field and seasoned professionals looking to deepen their expertise.

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DWC Form-005 Annual Filing Period, February 1 through April 30
Non-subscriber reporting period is open

Texas employers that do not provide workers' compensation coverage must file DWC Form-005, Employer Notice of No Coverage or Termination of Coverage, every year between February 1 and April 30.

On-demand CE credits with CompCourses
CompCourses are now available on demand!


Earn one hour of TDI self-study continuing education credit by watching a recorded webinar and completing a short quiz — all on your schedule.

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OSHA safety training
New safety training classes just added!

 

We offer free and low-cost workplace safety training classes in both English and Spanish. Whether you're looking to complete your OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification, there's a class for you! 

Check out the latest schedule and register today.

Scam alert / Alerta de estafa

Scammers are posing as DWC or court officials and demanding payment to release workers' comp benefits. This is a scam — you never have to pay to get your benefits in Texas.

If you're unsure, stop and verify. Call DWC at 800-252-7031. Learn more.

Los estafadores se hacen pasar por funcionarios de DWC o del tribunal (corte) y exigen un pago para liberar los beneficios de compensación para trabajadores. Esto es una estafa – en Texas usted nunca tiene que pagar para recibir sus beneficios.

Si no está seguro, deténgase y verifique. Llame a DWC al 800-252-7031. Obtenga más información.

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Register for the 2026 Texas Workers' Compensation Conference

Join us September 1-2 in San Marcos for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference. This year's conference — Navigating the Path: From Basics to Mastery — offers a dual-track format designed to support newcomers to the field and seasoned professionals looking to deepen their expertise.

Research group releases AMA Guides Study

The Workers' Compensation Research and Evaluation Group releases a new report comparing impairment ratings assigned by doctors using the fourth and sixth editions of the American Medical Association "Guides to Evaluation of Permanent Impairment" (AMA Guides). Doctors in the Texas workers' compensation system currently use the AMA Guides Fourth Edition, 1993. Want to learn more? Read the report snapshot.

Laminate Technologies Inc. earns Lone Star Safety Award

DWC has recognized Laminate Technologies Inc. in Waco with the Lone Star Safety Award for exceptional dedication to protecting its employees through a strong and proactive safety program. This facility's 13 employees manufacture high-quality laminated cabinets used across various industries. This marks the company's first Lone Star Safety Award.


Mission

Regulate Texas workers’ compensation efficiently, educate system participants,
and achieve a balanced system in which everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.