Guidance

How decisions are made about which diseases IIDB covers

This guidance helps to explain why Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB) covers some diseases (prescribed diseases) and not others.

From:
Industrial Injuries Advisory Council
Published
28 July 2015

Documents

Deciding which diseases should be covered by Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB): some frequently asked questions

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Details

Employed earners (employees) can claim Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB) if they suffer from a prescribed disease. There is no benefit entitlement for the self-employed.

Read the list of the currently prescribed diseases

Published 28 July 2015