SGFAIWEPS

Scheme for Grant of Financial Assistance to Industrial Workers/Employee for Purchase of Spectacles

Managed by the Goa Labour Welfare Board, the Scheme for Grant of Financial Assistance to Industrial Workers/Employee for Purchase of Spectacles provides financial aid of up to ₹2,000 to eligible industrial workers and employees for purchasing spectacles. Applicants must have completed one year of service and obtain an eye test from designated medical facilities, with replacements allowed after five years or sooner if lens power changes.

State Cash

States / UT: Goa

Nodal department: Labour and Employment Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Aids/Appliances

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Spectacle, Eyes, Vision, Worker, Employee

Details

The "Scheme for Grant of Financial Assistance to Industrial Workers/Employee for Purchase of Spectacles" by the Goa Labour Welfare Board, Department of Labour and Employment, Goa, aims to provide financial aid to industrial workers/employees for acquiring spectacles. Through this scheme, assistance is extended to enhance the vision of eligible workers.

Benefits

  • - A financial assistance of up to ₹2,000is provided to cover the cost of the frame and lens of the spectacle (If the expenses exceed this amount, the worker/employee will have to bear the additional cost)
  • Replacement of spectacles is allowed only after five years after the initial purchase. However, if the lens power requires a change, replacement can be done after one year, with expenses not exceeding ₹400
  • A financial assistance of up to ₹2,000 is provided to cover the cost of the frame and lens of the spectacle (If the expenses exceed this amount, the worker/employee will have to bear the additional cost).
  • Replacement of spectacles is allowed only after five years after the initial purchase. However, if the lens power requires a change, replacement can be done after one year, with expenses not exceeding ₹400.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be an industrial worker/employee covered under clause (C) of Section 2 of the Goa, Daman and Diu Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1986.
  • The applicant should have completed one year of service in the industrial establishment on the date of application, including broken spells of service.
  • The applicant should get their eyes tested in the State Hospitals or the Goa Medical College or by a qualified Optician.
  • The applicant should obtain the lens (s) number for the spectacles.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents through their employer to the Secretary, Goa Labour Welfare Board, 4th floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Patto Centre, Panaji, Goa - 403 001.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Can industrial workers request reimbursement for specialized lenses, such as bifocals or progressive lenses?
Yes, industrial workers may request reimbursement for specialized lenses prescribed by a qualified optician or medical officer, provided they meet the scheme's reimbursement criteria.
Can industrial workers apply for financial assistance for spectacles if they are on probation?
Industrial workers must have completed at least one year of service in the industrial establishment to be eligible for financial assistance for spectacles, irrespective of their probationary status.
Can industrial workers residing in Daman and Diu apply for financial assistance under the Goa Labour Welfare Board's scheme?
No, the scheme is specifically for industrial workers employed within the jurisdiction of Goa covered under the Goa, Daman and Diu Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1986.
Can industrial workers request reimbursement for spectacles purchased online?
As long as the online vendor is recognized by the scheme and the purchased spectacles meet the required specifications, industrial workers can request reimbursement for spectacles purchased online.
Can industrial workers appeal against the decision of the Labour Welfare Board regarding their application for financial assistance?
Yes, industrial workers have the right to appeal against the decision of the Labour Welfare Board by following the specified grievance redressal procedure outlined in the scheme.
Are there any penalties for fraudulent claims or misuse of the scheme?
Industrial workers found guilty of making fraudulent claims or misusing the scheme may face penalties such as disqualification from future benefits or legal action, as per the provisions of the Goa, Daman and Diu Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1986.
What types of spectacles are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers the cost of frames and lenses needed for corrective vision, up to the specified reimbursement limit, provided they are prescribed by a qualified optician or medical officer.
Can industrial workers choose any optician or hospital for getting their eyes tested under the scheme?
Industrial workers can get their eyes tested at State Hospitals, Goa Medical College, or from a qualified optician recognized by the scheme. However, it is advisable to choose recognized healthcare providers for accurate prescriptions.
Can industrial workers apply for reimbursement for spectacles purchased for their family members?
No, the scheme is specifically designed to provide financial assistance for spectacles to eligible industrial workers themselves and does not cover purchases made for family members.
Is there a limit to the number of times an industrial worker can apply for financial assistance for spectacles?
There is no specific limit mentioned in the scheme regarding the number of times an industrial worker can apply for financial assistance for spectacles. However, the five-year replacement restriction applies.
Can industrial workers request reimbursement for spectacles purchased from a vendor outside Goa?
Yes, as long as the vendor is recognized by the scheme and the purchased spectacles meet the required specifications, industrial workers can request reimbursement regardless of the vendor's location.
Can industrial workers apply for reimbursement for spectacles purchased independently?
Yes, industrial workers can apply for reimbursement by submitting the required documentation, including the cash receipt and prescription, to the Secretary of the Goa Labour Welfare Board.

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