Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993)Circular InstructionsCircular Instruction No. 173 - Compensation for Mesothelioma due to Occupational Asbestos Exposure1. Definition |
Mesothelioma is a malignancy arising from the pleura or peritoneum in persons with a history of occupational asbestos exposure. A claim for such malignancy shall clearly be set out as contemplated in and provided for in Section 65 of COIDA.