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Did you contract COVID-19 at work? The Compensation Fund is here for you Whether you ve been injured or have contracted COVID-19 at work, claiming from the Compensation Fund is as easy as 7 simple steps. Picture: Supplied
By Zaakirah Rossier
When you sustain an injury while on duty or contract an occupational disease, including COVID-19, here are simple steps to follow to claim from the Compensation Fund.
1. Report your injury or disease immediately to your employer or supervisor. Your employer is legally responsible for reporting your injury on duty to the Compensation Fund within seven (7) days of receiving notice from you and within fourteen (14) days when it is an occupational disease as well as submitting the necessary forms and documents.