TSGLI Loss Standards

8. Burns

When a member suffers burns, the member is eligible for a TSGLI benefit for burns if the member meets one of the following two standards:


If the member suffers…

over …

2nd degree (partial thickness) or worse burns

20% of the body including the face and head

2nd degree (partial thickness) or worse burns

20% of the face only

Note:  Percentage may be measured using the Rule of Nines or any other acceptable alternative.