Injured at Work in Ohio? Next Steps If you are injured at work the very first thing you should do is seek medical attention. Whether you need a bandage or an ambulance, get your injury treated right away. The next step is to notify your employer of the injury. Most physicians who treat your injury will automatically file the first report of injury (FROI) claim form, which initiates your claim with the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Comp. That starts a 28-day period in which the OBWC will examine your claim and make a determination on it. Engaging an Ohio workman’s comp attorney early in the process will help protect your rights in the process.