asked the Minister for Social Welfare if he will state, further to a reply of 25th May on the subject of injuries to fire brigade personnel, whether a part-time fire brigade man is a "workman" as defined in the Workmen's Compensation Act.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Injuries to Fire Brigade Personnel.
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The term "workman" as defined in section 5 of the Workmen's Compensation Act, 1934, includes persons who are employed under any contract of service or apprenticeship and who are not in any of the classes specifically excepted from cover under that Act. The question as to whether any particular fire brigade man is a "workman" within the meaning of this definition depends on his conditions of service and, in the event of a dispute, is ultimately for decision by the Circuit Court, which, under section 36 of the Act, has power and exclusive jurisdiction to hear and determine all matters and questions arising on or incidental to any claim for compensation.