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2-0806 Exhibit 9: Sample <strong>Letter</strong> to Agency--General<br />

Dear EMPLOYING AGENCY REPRESENTATIVE:<br />

I am writing in reference to the claim for benefits under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (<strong>FECA</strong>)<br />

filed by the above-named employee for a/an [CONDITION OR LOCATION OF ILLNESS]. We have reviewed<br />

the Form CA-2 and all accompanying information. We need the following additional information from you<br />

to determine whether the employee is eligible for benefits under the <strong>FECA</strong>.<br />

1. Provide comments from a knowledgeable supervisor on the accuracy <strong>of</strong> all statements provided by<br />

the employee relative to this claim. Does the agency concur with the employee's allegations? If there are<br />

points <strong>of</strong> disagreement, please explain fully and provide any supporting evidence.<br />

2. What tasks did the employee perform which resulted in the exposure or contact? What was the<br />

frequency and duration <strong>of</strong> exposure?<br />

3. What precautions were taken to minimize effects <strong>of</strong> exposure?<br />

4. Provide a copy <strong>of</strong> this employee's position description and physical requirements <strong>of</strong> the job.<br />

5. [FREE FLOW IF DESIRED]<br />

Title 20 CFR 10.102(b) provides that, in the absence <strong>of</strong> a full reply from the agency, we may accept the<br />

claimant's allegations as factual. Your assistance in ensuring that all requested information is provided to<br />

OWCP within 30 days is appreciated.<br />

If clarification <strong>of</strong> any portion <strong>of</strong> this request is required, or if you cannot provide any requested<br />

information, please contact us immediately. Thank you for your assistance.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

NAME OF SIGNER<br />

TITLE<br />

<strong>FECA</strong>-<strong>PT2</strong> Printed: 06/08/2010 253

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