Social Fund of the Salzburg Fire Brigades - Accident Insurance

The Social Fund of the Salzburg Fire Departments provides comprehensive group accident insurance for volunteer members of the volunteer fire brigades in the state of Salzburg. This insurance applies to accidents occurring during fire service and guarantees a lifelong disability pension based on the degree of incapacity for work in the event of permanent disability. In case of death, the contractually agreed insurance sum is paid out to the entitled survivors. The coverage was established by the Salzburg State Fire Brigade Association in cooperation with an insurance company and explicitly does not apply to employees of professional fire departments, as they are covered by statutory social insurance protection. Continuous funding of the Social Fund ensures that the committed readiness of volunteers is honored with solid insurance coverage.

Eligible for funding are all volunteer members of the Salzburg volunteer fire brigades as soon as an accident during fire service results in disability or death. Application requires the conclusion of the group accident insurance contract by the Salzburg State Fire Brigade Association as well as timely accident reports. an initial report must be submitted within five days of the incident, followed by a final report with medical confirmation. Additionally, the form provided by the State Fire Brigade Association must be completed in full. Since the deadlines apply continuously and the funding is available indefinitely until further notice, eligible persons can apply for benefits at any time. This support strengthens social security and honors the valuable voluntary commitment in disaster protection.