The Workers' Compensation Board of Alberta has received 3,209 COVID-19 claims since the pandemic started.

Occupational Health and Safety is investigating the death of a cleaning company employee at the Workers Compensation Board building in downtown Edmonton.

Instead of decision-making that focuses on helping people with their injuries, illnesses or concerns, the system currently focuses on "efficient management of claims," read the review.

The Workers Compensation Board of Alberta says a workplace death in Lethbridge on Friday highlights the importance of workplace safety.