COID
The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, No 130 of 1993 (COIDA) provides for compensation for disablement caused by occupational injuries or diseases sustained or contracted by employees in the course of their employment, or for death resulting from such injuries or diseases.
Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act or COID Act
COIDA Registration is a requirement for ALL employers. The “Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act” or “COID Act” states that all South African persons (individuals / companies) who employ one or more employees, in connection with their business / farming activities, organisation / association / trust are under the scrutiny of the COID Act. Employees will be covered for injuries whilst on duty.
(1) Employer Protection
If any employee gets injured on duty; or becomes sick with ‘Occupational Diseases’, the employer will be protected against civil claims. Most contracts and tenders require that the company needs COID Registration before he / she can apply for any contracts / tenders. For example when you are starting a Construction Company or a Cleaning Company.
(2) Employee Protection
Employees who get injured on duty or those who contracted occupational diseases can claim compensation for temporary or permanent disablement. These claims will be awarded according to the degree of disablement or death by the Department of Labour.
They will also be covered for reasonable medical aid expenses arising out of an injury on duty. This compensation is payable for a period of two (2) years or longer if further medical treatment is needed and if it will reduce the extent of disability.
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