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Occupational personal accident insurance

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What is occupational personal accident insurance?

Occupational personal accident insurance is designed to offer financial protection to businesses and individuals in the event of an accident that occurs while performing work-related activities. This type of insurance provides compensation for accidental injuries, permanent disabilities, or death that an employee may suffer during the course of their employment. The policy covers medical expenses, loss of income, and other related costs, ensuring that the affected individual and their family are supported financially during the recovery period.

You are able to tailor your occupational personal accident insurance policies to suit the specific needs of your organisation. Coverage options can include a range of benefits, such as one-time payment for serious injuries, weekly benefits for temporary disabilities, and reimbursement for medical treatments and rehabilitation costs.

Temporary total disablement
Permanent total disablement
Loss of limbs
Loss of sight, speech or hearing
Death

Why do I need occupational personal accident insurance?

Occupational personal accident insurance is a safeguard for both employers and employees, providing financial protection and peace of mind in the event of unexpected accidents. By investing in this type of insurance, businesses can mitigate the financial impact of workplace injuries and ensure the continued well-being of their workforce.

This insurance is particularly vital for industries which involve physical labour, hazardous environments, or high-risk activities, where the likelihood of accidents is higher. However, it can also be beneficial for office-based roles, as accidents can happen in any work setting. Securing occupational personal accident insurance helps businesses to demonstrate their commitment to the well-being of their employees, fostering a sense of security and trust within the workforce.

What occupational personal accident insurance can cover?

Our occupational personal accident insurance covers supporting you financially in the event you have an accident or are injured during your business activities, and you are unable to work (please check your policy terms and conditions for full conditions), following:

What can be covered:
Temporary total disablement – such as an injury that prevents you from working temporarily
Permanent total disablement – such as an injury that prevents you from working permanently
Loss of limbs
Loss of sight, speech or hearing
Death
What cannot be covered:
Pre-existing physical or mental illnesses

Who needs occupational personal accident insurance?

You should consider arranging occupational personal accident insurance if:

  • You would struggle to maintain an income if you were to experience a work-based accident

This includes a wide range of occupations such as:

Engineers
IT contractors
Surveyors
Instructors and trainers
Roofers
Scaffolders

Example policy documents

Below you will find an examples of the documents provided.

Terms of business.pdf

Frequently asked questions

These frequently asked questions are designed to help you and include questions relating to policy cover, pricing and ‘technical’ terms. 

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No, occupational personable accident insurance premiums are generally not tax deductible.

Yes, self-employed individuals can obtain occupational personal accident insurance. Self-employed people can benefit from this insurance by ensuring financial protection in case of accidental injuries which may impact their ability to work.

If you have any questions, contact one of our insurance experts, here.

Further reading for occupational personal accident insurance

22 July 2025 - 5 minute read
Understanding the different types of business insurance
Written by Michael Lawrence