Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The "Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme that provides reimbursement of expenditure incurred by the beneficiaries and their dependents for the treatment of 16 dangerous ailments.
About the Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) Scheme
The "Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases'' by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this Scheme the Board shall provide reimbursement of maximum ₹1,00,000/- or actual expenditure, which-ever is less for expenditure of treatment of the following dangerous diseases:
- Occupational dermatitis.
- Occupational Cancer.
- Asbestosis.
- Silicosis.
- Lead poisoning including poisoning by occupational diseases in building and other construction work to be notified by any preparation or compound of lead or their sequela.
- Benzene poisoning, including poisoning by any of its homologues, their nitro or amino, derivatives or its sequela.
- Occupational asthma.
- Pesticide poisoning.
- Toxic jaundice.
- Toxic anemia.
- Compressed air illness (Caissons diseases).
- Noise induced hearing loss.
- Toxic nephritis.
- Cancer operation/ treatment.
- Heart surgery.
- Kidney transplant.
Benefits
- Financial Coverage: ₹1,00,000/- or actual expenses, whichever is less.
> Note: To avail the scheme benefits, the applicant have to exhaust the benefit of ₹50,000/- for all his/her health ailments with the health card facility under the Bhagat “Puran Singh Sehat Beema Yojna” Scheme.
Eligibility Criteria
> *For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:*
- The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
- The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker).
- The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
- The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
- The applicant should have a monthly income of ₹15,000/- or below.
- The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.
- The applicant should not have membership of the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF)/ National Pension System (NPS)/ Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
- The applicant should not be an income tax payer.
> *For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:*
- The applicant should be a registered member Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab or should be a family member of the worker.
- The expenditure on treatment of the disease must be verified by the Civil Surgeon.
- The applicant should have exhausted the benefit of ₹50,000/- for all his/her health ailments with the health card facility under the Bhagat “Puran Singh Sehat Beema Yojna” Scheme.
How to Apply for Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Application mode: Online - via CSC / Offline
> Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:
- For new registration of workers please approach the nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering officers/ Labour Inspector.
> *Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:*
- To apply for benefits of the concerned welfare scheme, please approach to nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/ Labour Inspector of your area.
> *Note:*
- Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of ₹ 25/- only (once in life) and ₹ 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.
> Important Links:
- Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - CSC Locator: Visit this link to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area. - List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link to see the list of Sewa Kendra.
> Helpdesk:
> Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
> Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
> Phone : +91 172-2540125
> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
> For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-
> Phone : +91 172-2540125
> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
> Office Visiting Hours : Monday to Friday
> (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
> *Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker:*
Step 1: To register as a beneficiary under the BOCW Welfare Board, an applicant worker should download Form No-28 and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspector of your area.
> *Application Process of the Welfare Scheme:*
Step 1: A registered worker should download Form No-38 and attach all the mandatory documents (self attested, if required).
Step 2: Application shall be submitted to the Labour Inspectors of your area.
> *Note:*
- Registration with the Board: A construction worker becomes a member of the board by filling out Application Form No 28 along with depositing registration fees of ₹ 25/- only (once in life) and ₹ 10/- per month as contribution fees. A worker at a time can get himself registered for a minimum period of 1 year & maximum period of 5 years. The registered worker is called 'Beneficiary' of the Board.
> Important Links:
- Check Your Registration Application Status: Registered workers can check their registration application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Download Registration Card: Registered workers can download their registration Registration Card through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - Check your Scheme Application Status: Registered workers can check their scheme application status through visiting this link upon entering their Registration Number. - CSC Locator: Visit this link to search nearest Common Service Center (CSC) of your area. - List of Sewa Kendra: Visit this link to see the list of Sewa Kendra.
> Helpdesk:
> Punjab Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
> Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
> Phone : +91 172-2540125
> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
> For Bocw Portal Related Queries (Technical Support):-
> Phone : +91 172-2540125
> Email : bocwhq@gmail.com
> Office Visiting Hours : Monday to Friday
> (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) scheme?
The &quot;Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases&39;&39; by the BOCW Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Under this Scheme the Board shall provide reimbursement of maximum ₹1,00,000…
Who is eligible for Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)?
> For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of Punjab. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker (Unorganised Worker). The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work…
What benefits does Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases (P.B.O.C.W.W.B) provide?
Financial Coverage: ₹1,00,000/- or actual expenses, whichever is less. Note: To avail the scheme benefits, the applicant have to exhaust the benefit of ₹50,000/- for all his/her health ailments with the health card facility under the Bhagat “Puran Singh Sehat Beema Yojna” Scheme.
How can I apply for Reimbursement of Expenditure for Occupational Diseases (P.B.O.C.W.W.B)?
> Registration Process as a Building/ Construction Worker: For new registration of workers please approach the nearby Sewa Kendra or Registering officers/ Labour Inspector. > Application Process of the Welfare Scheme: To apply for benefits of the concerned welfare scheme, please approach to n…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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