Rehabilitation Assistance- Haryana Silicosis Board

Description
The scheme “Rehabilitation Assistance” is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government of Haryana. Under this scheme, a one-time assistance of ₹5,00,000/- will be given to silicosis-affected workers upon confirmation by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board. In the event of the worker& 39;s death before receiving the rehabilitation assistance after confirmation of silicosis, the assistance shall be payable to the widow or widower if the worker was married, or to one of the living parents if the worker was unmarried. Note: Silicosis, an incurable lung disease prevalent in workplaces like stone crushers and mines, is a notifiable disease in Haryana under the Factories Act, of 1948, and the Building and Other Construction Workers RE & CS Act, of 1996. Upon confirmation by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, affected workers are swiftly referred to hospitals for treatment; those under the Employee State Insurance Act, 1948 receive care at ESI hospitals, while others are provided free treatment at district hospitals and medical colleges by the Health Department, with the option for reimbursement for necessary resources unavailable locally, facilitated by the Labour Department. Symptoms of Silicosis - Associated with T.B - Shortness of breath - Fatigue - Loss of appetite Anorexia . - Chest pain; dry with non-productive cough Whooping Cough . - Respiratory failure - Eventually leads to death

Benefits
• Under this scheme, a one-time assistance of ₹5,00,000/- will be given to silicosis-affected workers upon confirmation by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board.
• In case of the death of a worker before receiving the rehabilitation assistance after confirmation of Silicosis, the assistance shall be payable to:
• Widow/ widower if the worker was married or
• To one of the living parents if the worker was unmarried

Eligibility Criteria
1. Any worker confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana as suffering from silicosis shall be eligible for assistance under the scheme.
2. If the worker dies before receiving the rehabilitation assistance after confirmation of silicosis, the assistance shall be payable to the widow or widower if the worker was married, or to one of the living parents if the worker was unmarried.
3. The worker should be registered with the Haryana Silicosis Board.
4. The worker should be employed in a factory or at a construction site.
5. **Note:** Any worker suffering from Silicosis and confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board shall be issued an Identity Card by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size photograph
• Medical Report (X-Ray, CT Scan, Medical Prescription, Any Other)
• General Document ( ESI Card, Any Other)
• Work experience document
• Proof of residence
• Ration Card
• Bank account details
• Proof of age
• Any other documents as required
• Copy of Identity card
• Copy of Aadhaar Card & Voter ID
• Death certificate, in case of death of silicosis-affected worker before receiving the said assistance
• Proof of being the spouse/parent, in case of death of silicosis-affected worker
• Copy of Bank Pass Book
• Medical Records/reports
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for assistance under this scheme?
A: Any worker confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana as suffering from silicosis is eligible for the assistance.

Q: What happens if the worker dies before receiving the assistance?
A: If the worker dies before receiving the assistance, the amount will be payable to the widow or widower if married, or to one of the living parents if unmarried.

Q: What is silicosis?
A: Silicosis is an incurable lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust, commonly found in workplaces like stone crushers and mines.

Q: Is silicosis a notifiable disease in Haryana?
A: Yes, silicosis is a notifiable disease in Haryana under the Factories Act, 1948, and the Building and Other Construction Workers (RE & CS) Act, 1996.

Q: What are the symptoms of silicosis?
A: Symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, loss of appetite (anorexia), chest pain, dry cough (whooping cough), respiratory failure, and eventually death.

Q: Who issues the confirmation of silicosis for eligibility?
A: The Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana issues the confirmation of silicosis for eligibility.

Q: Is there an identity card for silicosis-affected workers?
A: Yes, the Haryana Labour Welfare Board issues an identity card to workers confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board.

Q: How can a worker apply for the scheme?
A: The worker should visit the official website of the Labour Department Haryana to apply for the scheme. https://hrylabour.gov.in/login/silicosis

Q: Can the assistance be claimed by the family if the worker dies after confirmation but before receiving the aid?
A: Yes, the assistance can be claimed by the widow or widower if married, or one of the living parents if unmarried.

Q: Is the assistance a one-time payment?
A: Yes, the assistance of [?]5,00,000/- is a one-time payment.

Q: Is the scheme applicable to workers outside Haryana?
A: No, the scheme is specific to workers in Haryana.

Q: Does the scheme cover workers in all industries?
A: The scheme specifically covers workers in factories and construction sites.

Q: Can a worker apply for the scheme both online and offline mode?
A: Yes