Description

Course Description: COID Act (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act)

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the COID Act, which governs compensation for work-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in South Africa. Participants will learn about employer obligations, employee rights, claims procedures, and benefit calculations. Key topics include injury reporting, medical assessments, disability management, and dispute resolution. Ideal for HR professionals, managers, and safety officers, this course ensures compliance with legal requirements and promotes a safer workplace.

Purpose

This course is designed for individuals involved in the application of the COID Act, including:

Insurance professionals
Government officials
Carriers of workers’ compensation
Human resource practitioners
Health and safety officers
Safety representatives
Shop stewards
Anyone responsible for workplace health and safety compliance

A qualified learner will be able to:

Explain the purpose and scope of COIDA.
Define and interpret the concept of negligence as outlined in the Act.
Describe the dispute resolution avenues available to employees or their dependents if dissatisfied with an award.
Analyse real-life scenarios where accidents or occupational diseases do not qualify under COIDA due to not arising “out of and in the course of employment.”

Key Topics:

Overview of COID Legislation: Understanding its objectives and legal framework.
How COID Works: The process flow from incident to compensation.
Employee Medicals: Medical requirements and assessments under the Act.
Compensation Cover: What is covered, eligibility criteria, and exclusions.
When Can You Claim Compensation: Key conditions and qualifying incidents.
Calculating Compensation Earnings: How earnings are assessed for claims.
Investigations: Procedures for investigating workplace injuries and diseases.
Reporting Occupational Injuries or Diseases: Legal reporting obligations and timelines.