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Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993)

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Circular Instruction No. 172 - Compensation for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

1. Definition

 

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental disorder following exposure to an extreme, traumatic event or stressor. A claim for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder shall not be eligible for benefits under the Act unless:

 

1. The employee was exposed to an extreme, traumatic event or stressor, and

 

2. The employee experienced an extreme, traumatic event or stressor that arose out of and in the course of his/her employment, and

 

3. The employee experienced symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder within six months of the accident that are confirmed by medical evidence at that stage, and

 

4. The employment-related trauma or stressor was a pertinent factor in the development of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or played an active role in the course of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and

 

5. Notice of the claim for compensation was made to the employer or the Compensation Commissioner or the employer individually liable or the mutual association within one year after the date of accident.