War Hazard Compensation Act Federal Provisions for Dual Eligibility Benefits under FECA and WHCA Podcast episode 56

Federal Workers Compensation Coffee Break

War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA) Overview

The War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA) extends additional benefits to federal employees and contractors injured due to war-related hazards, including:

- Hostile Actions: Injuries resulting from acts of war, terrorism, or civil disturbances in foreign countries.

- Detention Benefits: Compensation for employees detained by hostile forces.

- Reimbursement to Contractors: WHCA reimburses contractors for compensation paid under the Defense Base Act (DBA), which extends LHWCA provisions to overseas federal contractors.

Eligibility Criteria under FECA & WHCA

1. Federal Employment or Contract Work: The worker must be a federal employee or contractor covered by FECA or the DBA (Defense Base Act).

2. Injury During Official Duties: Injury must occur while performing work-related tasks.

3. War or Hostile Hazards: For WHCA coverage, the injury must result from war hazards, such as:

- Military operations - Terrorist attacks - Civil unrest in foreign countries

WHCA Supplementation

- If the injury is directly tied to a war hazard (e.g., terrorism, military conflict, or civil unrest), the WHCA may provide supplemental coverage:

- Additional Compensation: If the benefits under FECA do not fully cover the costs associated with the war-related hazard, WHCA may bridge the gap.

- Detention or Hostage Situations: WHCA offers specific compensation for federal employees detained by hostile forces abroad, which FECA doesn’t cover comprehensively.

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