Oman: Sultan’s Decree No. 40 of 1977Issuing the Compensation for Work Injuries and Professional Diseases Law
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Oman: Sultan’s Decree No. 40 of 1977Issuing the Compensation for Work Injuries and Professional Diseases Law
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Date of adoption
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14 May1977 |
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Entry into force
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In effect |
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Text versions |
Arabic
Source: – Ministry of Legal Affairs, Sultanate of Oman, accessed: 09March 2015, http://www.mola.gov.om/mainlaws.aspx |
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Abstract
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| Among the categories of persons to whom this law is not applicable are domestic workers, craftsmen, and agricultural workers (Art. 2).
Art. 3 requires employers to insure themselves and their employees against any responsibility they may bear as a result of the implementation of this law. In accordance with Art. 32, if the work injury results in the death of the worker or leaves him permanently disabled, then the amount of compensation payable to his dependents shall be 36 times his basic salary and living expenses bonus (if applicable). The compensation shall not be less than 1300 Omani Riyals or more than 2400. |
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