Official text per PAM's consolidated English edition (2025). For guidance only; not legal advice.
The worker shall not be entitled to compensation in the event where the investigation reveals that: a. The worker has intentionally injured himself. b. The injury was a result of a gross and deliberate misconduct by the worker, and such misconduct shall be deemed to include any conduct resulting from the consumption of alcohol or drugs, any violation of the instructions designed to ensure protection against work hazards and occupational diseases posted at a conspicuous location at the work place except injuries that result in the death of the worker or his suffering a permanent loss of 25% of his total body ability.
Source The English text is presented as the official January 2025 consolidated edition identified in the approved local source notes. The Arabic text is unofficial. This local snapshot was not independently verified against PAM by this directory.