Pendleton makes changes to FECA program

The commanding officer of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton has issued a new base order, through the Federal Employees Compensation Act (FECA), which affects the installations’ civilian Marines who are injured or suffer a work-related illness.

Within Base Order 12810.2D, changes to the FECA program include a streamlined application-for-the-benefits process, a Return to Work program, and other additions to help control time lost, while compensating employees for medical expenses and lost wages.

“Civilian Marines are vital in accomplishing the base’s mission,” said Col. Nicholas F. Marano, comman...