An Injury on Duty is More Than Just a Compensation Fund Claim

An Injury on Duty (IOD) is far more than a workplace accident or a Compensation Fund claim. It is a journey that begins long before an injury occurs and often continues long after an employee has returned to work, or in some cases, has left the organisation.

While Occupational Health & Safety asks:

“How did the injury happen, and how do we prevent it from happening again?”

Labour Law focuses on:

“How do we manage the employment relationship after the injury?”

Join us for this practical and engaging session as we explore the distinct yet interconnected roles of Occupational Health & Safety, Labour Relations, Management, and Employees in effectively managing IOD cases.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into legal compliance, accountability, incapacity management, and the common pitfalls that can transform an IOD case into a long-term organisational challenge

Discussion Points

• What is an Injury on Duty (IOD), and how should it be managed?
• Where Labour Law and Occupational Health & Safety intersect.
• Roles, responsibilities, and accountability of all stakeholders.
• Managing temporary and permanent incapacity.
• When is it fair to dismiss an injured employee?
• Why do some IOD cases become a never-ending story?
• Common organisational mistakes in managing IODs.
• The impact of delayed decision-making and siloed management approaches.

Why Attend?

By attending this session, you will:

• Gain a clear understanding of the legal and operational requirements associated with IODs.
• Learn how to navigate incapacity management fairly and effectively.
• Understand the responsibilities of employers, managers, supervisors, and employees.
• Identify risks and common mistakes that may result in prolonged disputes, increased costs, and regulatory exposure.
• Strengthen collaboration between Labour Relations and Occupational Health & Safety functions.

Register now to secure your seat and gain practical strategies for managing IOD cases effectively and compliantly.

Date: 20 August 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM