Yes - In fact, companies are encouraged to apply on behalf of their employees. The TERS scheme offers financial assistance to employees who receive little or no income as a result of the total or partial closure of their workplace due to Covid-19. Employers can apply on behalf of the employee by following these steps.

Step 1: Visit the department of employment and labour's website

Step 2: Register and follow the application process

Step 3: Send an email to [email protected] for a National Disaster Staff template should you need to load a CSV file. 

Once the application process has been completed, an email will be sent to your mailbox to indicate successful transmission.

For guidelines on how to complete the process, follow the National Disaster Application System Guide or phone 0800 030 007 for more information