Which type of employment may be excluded from workers compensation coverage?

The type of employment that may be excluded from workers' compensation coverage is statute-defined exempt employments. This refers to specific categories of workers or types of jobs that are explicitly identified in the statutes as not being eligible for workers' compensation benefits, often due to the nature of the work or the employment arrangement.

For example, in many jurisdictions, certain agricultural workers, domestic workers, or independent contractors may fall into this category. The rationale behind these exclusions can vary but often centers on the nature of the work being less hazardous, the employment being temporary, or the employment relationship lacking the traditional employee-employer dynamic.

Other employment types listed, such as full-time employees, seasonal employees, and interns, typically fall under the purview of workers' compensation coverage, as they may still experience workplace injuries while engaging directly in paid labor.