PIP Knowledge 4

Question 1

What does it mean when a PIP award is described as 'ongoing' with a 'light-touch review'?

Accepted Answer

The DWP will review it periodically but expects the condition to remain stable

Answer

An 'ongoing' award with a light-touch review means the DWP considers the condition stable but will still carry out periodic checks, typically every 10 years.

Question 2

If a PIP claimant disagrees with a decision, what is the first formal step they must take before appealing to a tribunal?

Accepted Answer

Request a Mandatory Reconsideration

Answer

Before appealing, a claimant must first ask DWP for a Mandatory Reconsideration (MR), which is an internal review of the decision.

Question 3

Which of the following correctly describes the 'reliability' criteria used in PIP assessments?

Accepted Answer

Tasks must be done safely, to an acceptable standard, repeatedly, and in a reasonable time

Answer

PIP guidance states that an activity is only considered achievable if it can be done safely, to an acceptable standard, repeatedly, and within a reasonable time period.

Question 4

How frequently does DWP typically pay PIP to claimants?

Accepted Answer

Every 4 weeks

Answer

PIP is normally paid every four weeks directly into the claimant's bank, building society, or credit union account.

Question 5

Which activity under the PIP Daily Living component relates to a claimant's ability to communicate with others?

Accepted Answer

Engaging with other people face to face

Answer

Activity 9 ('Engaging with other people face to face') assesses whether a claimant can initiate and sustain verbal or non-verbal social interactions.

PIP - Personal Independence Payment Practice Test

PIP - Personal Independence Payment Practice Test

PIP Knowledge 4