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All employers are legally required to make the workplace an environment that is safe and healthy. Of course, this can be more challenging in certain environments, such as construction sites. However, this is why there are further regulations in place for such workplaces. This does not stop accidents from occurring, unfortunately. If you have been hurt in a workplace incident, and it was not your fault, it is likely that you are eligible for compensation.
So, how do you determine whether you have the basis for a strong compensation claim? Well, there are three key aspects you need to take a look at, which are as follows:
- Who caused the incident? If you are to make a successful claim, you need to prove that someone else is responsible for your suffering. In most cases, this will be your employer. You will need to show that a specific action or lack of action on your employer’s behalf has resulted in your suffering. You should read up on RoHS exemptions and other relevant regulations so you can understand what your employer is and is not expected to do.
- When did the accident happen? There is a three-year time limit on all personal injury cases. Therefore, the incident must have occurred within the last three years if you are to claim. If your injuries have developed over time, such as industrial hearing loss, you will have three years from your diagnosis instead.
- Have you seen a doctor? You will struggle to make a claim if you have not seen a medical professional, as the report they provide is the most critical piece of evidence.
Common accidents in the workplace
To give you a better understanding of the sheer scope of accidents that can happen in the workplace, let’s take a look at a handful of the most common accidents and injuries in working environments across the country:
- Asbestos-related injuries
- Construction accidents
- Falls from a height
- Industrial hearing loss
- Injuries from poor health and safety
- Industrial diseases
- Repetitive strain injury
- Vibration white finger
- And much, much more!
No matter what type of accident you have been involved in, the most important thing is being able to prove that someone else is to blame. Another vital thing to note is that you need to tell your employer about the accident as soon as possible. This is because they need to record it in their accident book, which they are required to have by law.
Hopefully, you now have a better understanding regarding workplace accident claims, including the sheer diversity of claims that are made, as well as some pointers on how you can determine whether or not you have a valid case for compensation. If you do, you will not only be able to claim for your injuries but you will also be able to claim for any out-of-pocket expenses too.