The Medical Assistance Scheme (GBOCWWB) helps workers, who are registered with the goa building and other construction workers welfare board, in payment of hospitalization for occupational diseases or accidents. The construction Workers are eligible for ₹400 on the first 5 days of hospitalization Afther that they will get ₹40 for every next day up to a maximum of ₹2,000. To be eligible the worker must be between 18-60years of age, hold at least 90 days of continuous service and has to be hospitalised for 5+ days. Offline and the application requires certain official documents namely worker registration card or PAN, hospitalization proof, medical certificates.
Benefits
- ₹400 for the first 5 days of hospitalization.
- ₹40 for each additional day after the first 5 days, with a maximum assistance of ₹2,000.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a worker.
- The worker must be between 18 to 60 years of age.
- The worker should have completed ninety days of service as a registered worker within the year.
- The worker should be registered with the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The worker must have been hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or disease.
- Unregistered workers or their dependents can also be eligible by providing a certificate from the builder or the area inspector stating that the worker is employed in the building industry.
Application Process
Offline Process:
- Step 1: The applicant should either:
- Print the prescribed application form from the official website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa, or
- Visit the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment at 2nd Floor, Sharma Shakti Bhavan, Patto Plaza, Panaji-Goa, and request a hard copy of the form.
- Step 2: Fill out the application form, ensuring that all mandatory fields are completed. Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required) and attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents.
- Step 3: Submit the completed form and documents to the concerned authority at the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment.
- Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment for the submitted application. The receipt should include details such as date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Worker Registration Card/Number.
- Receipt of Payment for the First and Last Subscription with the Board.
- Proof of Hospitalization (e.g., Medical Certificate, Hospital Bills).
- Disability Certificate (if the hospitalization is due to disability caused by the accident/disease/surgery).
- Certificate from the Builder or Inspector of the Area (for unregistered workers or their dependents).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
2. How do I register my establishment if I employ building workers in Goa?
If you’re employing building workers, you need to apply through the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Just follow the steps outlined in the official guidelines.
4. How much work experience do I need to register under the Act in Goa?
You’ll need to have completed at least 90 days of work in the current year to be eligible for registration.
5. Can I register under this Act if I’m already part of another fund?
Yes! Even if you’re a member of another fund, you can still register under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa.
6. How long is my registration valid under this Act?
Your registration certificate is valid for a specific period. After that, you’ll need to renew it based on the official rules.
7. Who handles the registration applications under this Act?
The Labour Department officials are the ones who process and approve registration applications.
8. Can unregistered workers or their families get benefits from the Board’s schemes?
Yes, they can! Even if you’re not registered, you (or your dependents) can receive benefits by providing a certificate from your builder or inspector that confirms your employment.
9. How do I file a grievance with the Public Grievance Department in Goa?
You can file a complaint or raise an issue by reaching out through the official channels provided by the Public Grievance Department in Goa.
10. What issues aren’t considered grievances by the Public Grievance Department?
Things like general questions or non-service-related issues usually don’t qualify as grievances.