Kota Kinabalu: Three workers in Sabah who were injured in separate accidents outside working hours received protection under the Social Security Organisation (Socso)’s Lindung 24 Jam scheme, highlighting the comprehensive coverage provided by the initiative beyond workplace incidents.
“These cases demonstrate that the Lindung 24 Jam continues to serve as a vital social safety net by providing medical care and income replacement benefits to eligible contributors who suffer non-work-related accidents,” said Socso in a statement, Friday.
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The first case involved Nor Faliqh Farhan Hasswandi, 20, a supermarket employee who sustained serious injuries after the motorcycle he was riding skidded off the road.
Socso confirmed that he qualifies for the Temporary Disablement Benefit (Faedah Hilang Upaya Sementara – FHUS) under the Lindung 24 Jam, also known as the Non-Workplace Accident Scheme.
A review by Socso found that Nor Faliqh has been an active contributor under the Employees’ Social Security Act 1969 (Act 4) since Sept 1, 2024.
Socso approved a total of RM3,921 to cover his medical treatment, implant costs and temporary disablement income replacement.
“This assistance reflects the importance of social security contributions in ensuring contributors receive financial and medical protection when unforeseen incidents occur,” it said.
The accident occurred at approximately 11.30pm on June 6 while Nor Faliqh was returning home after delivering items to a friend’s house in Kampung Padang Berempah, Sipitang.
He suffered a fractured left femur and multiple other injuries before being admitted to Queen Elizabeth Hospital, here.
In addition to receiving income replacement for his medical leave from June 7 to 13, he is scheduled to undergo further follow-up treatment at the hospital.
Rohmi Rani, 26, from Tenom, was also found eligible for Lindung 24 Jam benefits after sustaining burn injuries in a domestic accident.
Rohmi suffered burns to his face and both hands following a gas explosion while burning household waste at his home on June 25. After receiving initial treatment at Kemabong Health Clinic, he was referred to Tenom Hospital for further medical care.
He qualified for a Temporary Disablement Benefit amounting to RM180, covering his medical leave from June 26 to July 5.
Socso said it will continue to closely monitor the recovery of both contributors and provide rehabilitation services where necessary to facilitate their return to work.
The third case involved Roslan Jamiri, 23, a hotel cook who fractured his left arm in a motorcycle accident while travelling to meet a friend in Bundusan on June 26.
Roslan has been approved for Temporary Disablement Benefit payments totalling RM702, covering his medical leave from June 26 until Aug 3.
Socso said these cases illustrate that its protection extends beyond road traffic accidents and covers a wide range of unforeseen incidents occurring outside the workplace.
Through the Lindung 24 Jam, contributors are protected wherever they are, including at home or while on holiday within Malaysia.
The organisation encourages all eligible workers and employers to continue contributing to the scheme to ensure access to financial assistance, medical treatment and rehabilitation support in the event of unexpected accidents.
