Injury at work
What happens if you are injured at work?
If you are injured or contract a disease in the course of your official duties and lose earnings as a result, you may be eligible for injury benefit. These payments are for loss of earnings only and are not compensation for pain and suffering or loss of mental or physical ability. They are designed to bring your income up to a guaranteed minimum amount. Temporary awards are made if there is a chance you may return to full-time work. Permanent awards are made if the amount you earn is permanently affected. Under certain circumstances, your dependants may also receive an award under the injury benefit arrangements.
Find out more
You will find more detailed information regarding Injury Benefits in the following Civil Service Injury Benefit Scheme (NI) [CSIBS(NI)] booklets:
- Application for a temporary injury award for injuries occurring prior to 01.12.05 (PDF 76KB)
- Application for a temporary injury award for injuries occurring after 01.12.05 (PDF 77.4KB)
- Application for a permanent injury award for injuries occurring prior to 01.12.05 (PDF 75.5KB)
- Application for a permanent injury award for injuries occurring after 01.12.05 (PDF 79.5KB)
If you would like additional information please contact Injury Benefits Section. You can find their number in the contact us section.
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