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DEEOIC Webinar Series:
Office of the Ombudsman Webinar

August 25, 2021
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. EDT


NOTE: registration is closed

Overview

This webinar is an opportunity to hear from each Ombudsman’s Office. Representatives from the U.S. DOL and NIOSH Ombudsman’s Offices will discuss their role in the Energy Program and how they can assist you with your claim. The webinar will conclude with answers to your questions. You can submit questions during the webinar or in advance at DEEOIC-Outreach@dol.gov.

Discussions will include:

  • The role of each Ombudsman’s Office
  • How the Ombudsman can assist you with your claim
  • Practical information and tips on the claims process

Moderators/Presenters

  • Steven Levin, Acting Ombudsman, U.S. DOL
  • Amanda Fallon, Policy Analyst, U.S. DOL
  • Denise Brock, Ombudsman, NIOSH

The Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act provides lump-sum compensation and medical benefits to current and former nuclear weapons workers whose illness is a result of working in the nuclear weapons industry. Survivors of qualified workers may also be entitled to benefits. Covered illnesses include radiation-induced cancer, chronic beryllium disease, beryllium sensitivity, chronic silicosis, or any illness due to exposure to toxic substances.

Questions

We will be conducting the webinar using WebEx. You will receive details on accessing this webinar as we get closer to the program.

If you have any questions on logistics or using WebEx, please contact our logistics manager, Annette Summers at Email: deeoic@thegateam.com Phone: 202-547-6340.