The Fatal Accident Relief scheme is implemented by the Telangana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (TB&OCWWB) under the Labour, Employment, and Training & Finance (LET&F) Department, Telangana. This scheme provides financial support to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of registered building and construction workers in the event of an accidental death. The relief amount is designed to help the family manage the sudden loss of their primary earner.
Benefits
- Relief Amount:
- A one-time financial relief of ₹6,00,000/- is provided to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of the deceased registered worker.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant Relationship:
- The applicant must be the nominee, dependent, or legal heir of the deceased registered worker.
- Registration Requirement:
- The deceased must have been a registered building or construction worker with the Telangana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- Accident Conditions:
- The construction worker must have died on the spot or due to injuries resulting from an accident, whether at the workplace or elsewhere.
Application Process (Offline)
- Download the Application Form:
- Visit the official website and click on the “Downloads” section in the menu.
- Click on the download button corresponding to the Fatal Accident Relief scheme.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields on the application form.
- Attach copies of all required documents (self-attested, if required).
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the necessary documents to the concerned officer in the Labour Department.
- Obtain Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority. Ensure that the receipt includes essential details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Passport-size photo of the applicant.
- Original Registration Card under the BOCW Act.
- Renewal Challan Copy.
- Death Certificate of the deceased.
- FIR issued by the Police Station (attested copy).
- Postmortem Report (attested copy).
- Advance Stamped Receipt.
- First page of the Bank Passbook (attested copy).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Who is eligible for the Accidental Death Relief Scheme?
The scheme is available to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of a registered construction worker who died due to an accident. -
What is the relief amount provided under this scheme?
The relief amount is ₹6,00,000/-. -
Does the scheme cover all types of deaths?
No, the scheme specifically covers deaths resulting from accidents occurring at the workplace or elsewhere, where the worker died on the spot or due to accident-related injuries. -
Can the legal heirs claim the relief amount?
Yes, legal heirs, as well as nominees or dependents, are eligible to claim the relief. -
Is the relief amount in addition to other compensation schemes?
The scheme provides a standalone relief amount. Details regarding overlaps with other compensation schemes should be verified as per the official guidelines. -
What happens if the funeral expenses were not paid before the funeral?
The scheme is designed to provide financial relief regardless of the timing of funeral expense payments, but specific queries should be directed to the administering authority. -
Are transportation charges for the body included in the relief?
The scheme covers overall financial relief, but applicants should refer to the guidelines for details on specific expense inclusions. -
How is the scheme amount disbursed?
The relief amount is disbursed to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs following the successful verification and processing of the application. -
Who conducts the inquiry after an accident?
The investigation is typically conducted by the local police, and the FIR and postmortem report are used to verify the circumstances of the accident. -
What should be done immediately after an accident?
It is essential to file an FIR immediately, obtain a postmortem report, and report the incident to the concerned authorities for prompt assistance under the scheme.