The “Funeral Assistance (GBOCWWB)” scheme is a welfare initiative by the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, under the Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Goa. This scheme provides financial assistance to the nominee or dependant of a deceased worker, helping to cover funeral expenses. Applications for the scheme are accepted offline.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
A grant of ₹5,000/- is provided to the nominee or dependant of the deceased worker.
Eligibility
- For the Deceased Worker:
- The deceased must have been a worker registered with the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The deceased must have been between 18 and 60 years of age.
- The deceased must have completed at least ninety days of service as a registered worker.
- For the Applicant:
- The applicant must be the nominee or dependant of the deceased worker.
- For dependants of unregistered workers, eligibility can be established upon the production of a certificate from the builder or an inspector of the area confirming that the deceased was a building worker.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Option 1: Download the prescribed format from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.
- Option 2: Visit the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment at Sharma Shakti Bhavan, 2nd Floor, Patto Plaza, Panaji-Goa (Phone: 0832-2437081/82/83, Email: [email protected]) to request a hard copy of the application form.
- Fill in the Application:
- Complete all mandatory fields in the application form.
- Affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required).
- Attach copies of all required documents (self-attested, if necessary).
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Office of the Commissioner, Labour & Employment.
- Receipt:
- A receipt with a unique application number will be issued by the concerned authority upon submission.
Documents Required
- Worker Registration Card/Number.
- Receipt of Payment of the First and Last Subscription with the Board.
- Death Certificate of the Worker.
- Document establishing the relationship between the deceased worker and the applicant.
- Certificate from the Builder or Inspector of the Area (for nominee/dependant of unregistered workers).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who oversees the operations of the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board?
The operations are overseen by the Board under the Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Goa. -
How can one apply for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
Detailed procedures for registration are provided under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa. -
What is the age-related eligibility criteria for registration under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa?
Typically, the act stipulates that workers should be between 18 and 60 years of age. -
What is the eligibility criteria regarding the service period for registration under the Act?
Workers must complete at least ninety days of service to qualify. -
Can unregistered workers or their dependants also receive the benefits of the schemes?
Yes, dependants of unregistered workers are eligible upon providing a certificate from the builder or an area inspector confirming the worker’s employment. -
How can citizens register their grievances with the Public Grievance Department in Goa?
Citizens can register grievances via the designated grievance redressal mechanisms provided by the Labour Department. -
Who is the First Appellate Authority for matters related to the Labour Department in Goa?
Details regarding the First Appellate Authority are available in the official guidelines. -
What is the fee structure for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
Fee structures are outlined in the guidelines under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act. -
Where can I find the application form and other guidelines for this scheme?
Application forms, guidelines, and additional details are available on the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.