The following information amends the PDS by inserting this information on page 42:
If you cease PSS membership and join the PSSap you will automatically receive a default level of Death, TPD and income protection cover. However, for the first 12 months you will only be covered for events or conditions occurring after you commence your PSSap membership. In addition, no benefit would be payable from an event caused as a result of any self-inflicted injury or suicide. Once you have been in PSSap for 12 months and satisfy the At Work requirement (i.e. performing your usual work duties) you will then be provided with full cover.
You will only be covered once you have completed the Election to cease PSS membership form at www.pss.gov.au, submit it to your employer and your employer confirms receipt of your completed form.
If you had Additional Death and Invalidity Cover (ADIC) in the PSS, you cannot transfer this cover to the PSSap but you can ‘top up’ your default cover and apply for additional cover if you wish.
