The Act provides for a compensation scheme through which victims of accidents can apply for compensation without having to prove fault or negligence. Coverage of the no-fault scheme is broader than the previous law, as it extends beyond third parties. Any personal injury or death suffered by any person as a result of an accident in Fiji will be compensated for, subject to meeting the Act’s requirements.

The no-fault basis of compensation will also extend to  injuries and deaths as a result of an accident arising out of and in the course of employment, and accidents occurring on any school premises from 1 January 2019.