Accidents at work

Many thousands of people are injured in the workplace every day. Despite huge strides made during the last few decades in improving safety, accidents at work are all too common.

Here we cover some examples of accidents at work for which you may be able to claim compensation. 

Accidents involving machines or vehicles

Using cranes, lifting machinery, hoists etc. can be dangerous both for the operator and any fellow workers in the vicinity.

Employers are legally obliged to provide safe equipment, machinery and plant along with adequately trained co-workers. If you are using a machine you should be trained and qualified to do so.

Crane operators for example have a duty to ensure that the maximum load has not been exceeded and that the load is secure. They must at all times be aware of co-workers around them.

If you suffer an accident at work caused by a crane operator or fellow workers negligence you may be entitled to compensation.

Forklift accidents are responsible for a significant number of casualties in the workplace. Poor training, poor warehouse or factory layouts and excessive or unsteady loading all contribute to the number of accidents at work.

Again if you have suffered an industrial injury as a result of such an accident at work you may be entitled to compensation.

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All tools and machinery that are used in the workplace should be safe and as stated employees fully trained to use them. If you suffer an accident at work as a result of a lack of protective guards, flying debris, broken or defective equipment, electric shock then you may be able to claim.

If you have had an accident at work and have suffered an industrial injury you may be able to claim compensation. To make your enquiry - just complete the brief form below. Our team will respond to all written enquiries within 24 hours.

For immediate accident claim assistance please telephone our FREEPHONE ACCIDENT CLAIM helpline on 0800 0322210

Remember - we don't charge you a penny at any time to claim your compensation (England & Wales only)

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