Health & Welfare Eligibility
Initial Eligibility
In order to become initially eligible for benefits as an Active Covered Participant from the Plan, you must be in the Eligible Class and either have 850 or more Credited Hours in the consecutive 6 calendar month period or have 1,700 or more Credited Hours in the consecutive 12 calendar month period. Coverage will begin within 60 days of receipt of 850th hour.
Continuing Eligibility
In order to continue to receive benefits as an Active Covered Participant from the Plan at the beginning of any Benefit Period, you must be in the eligible class and have met the eligibility requirements during the immediately preceding Qualifying Work Period(s)
Eligibility Video
| April 1st Eligibility Work Periods | Minimum Hours Requirement |
|---|---|
| July 1 to December 31 | 850 Hours or More |
| January 1 to December 31 | 1,700 Hours or More |
| October 1st Eligibility Work Periods | Minimum Hours Requirement |
|---|---|
| January 1 to June 30 | 850 Hours or More |
| July 1 to June 30 | 1,700 Hours or More |
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