Q1. What is Workmen’s Compensation Insurance?
Mandatory Insurance protects your liability as an employer for employment injury (including death) of any of your employees who is a ‘workman’ as defined under the Workmen Compensation Act, 1923
Q2. What is covered under workmen’s compensation insurance?
1. Death
2. Permanent total disablement
3. Permanent partial disablement
4. Temporary disablement
5. Legal costs and expenses incurred with the company’s consent
Q3.What is not covered under the workman’s compensation insurance?
1. Any injury which does not result in a fatality or partial disablement for a period exceeding 3 days.
2. First 3 days of disablement where the total disablement is less than 28 days.
3. For any non-fatal injury caused by any accident which is directly attributable to:-
(a)Influence of drinks or drugs.
(b)Willful disobedience of an order for securing the safety of the workman.
(c)Willful removal or disregard of safety guard device.
4. War group and a nuclear group of perils.
5. Liability to employees of contractors of the insured (unless specifically declared)
6. Employee who is not a “workman” as per WC act.
7. Liability of insured assumed under an agreement.
8. For occupational diseases mentioned in part “C” of schedule III of WC Act unless the cover is extended on extra premium.
9. Increase due to any change in statute provisions after the policy had been incepted under more than one statute / one forum for the same injury.
Q4. What are the extensions under Workman’s compensation Insurance?
1. Actual medical, surgical and hospital expenses including the cost of transport to the hospital for Accidental employment injuries
2. Any compensation for diseases mentioned in Part ‘C’ of Schedule III of the Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923, which arise out of and in the course of employment
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About The Author
Rahul Kumar
MBA Finance
With a wealth of experience in the insurance industry, Rahul is a seasoned writer specializing in articles related to workmen compensation policies (WC policies) for SecureNow. With 12 years of experience in the field, he has acquired in-depth knowledge and expertise in workmen compensation insurance, understanding its complexities and nuances. Their insightful articles provide valuable insights into the importance of WC policies for businesses and employees alike, offering practical advice and guidance on navigating the intricacies of insurance coverage. Trust him to deliver informative and engaging content, backed by years of experience and a passion for educating readers about insurance-related topics.
