Legal Definitions - zone of employment

Definition: The physical location where an employee works and can receive compensation if they are injured while working there. This is different from the scope of employment, which refers to the tasks an employee is expected to perform while on the job.

Example: If a construction worker is injured while working on a job site, they are within their zone of employment and can receive workers' compensation benefits. However, if the same worker is injured while running a personal errand during their lunch break, they would not be within their zone of employment and would not be eligible for workers' compensation.

Explanation: The zone of employment is important in determining whether an employee is eligible for workers' compensation benefits. If an employee is injured while working within their zone of employment, they are generally eligible for compensation. However, if they are injured outside of this zone, they may not be eligible. This helps to ensure that workers are protected while on the job, but also prevents fraudulent claims for injuries that occur outside of work.