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Industrial Injury and Diseases Compensation

Industrial accidents can cause serious injuries to workers. The accidents usually happen because the industrial jobs involve heavy equipment or machinery and manual handling. Common injuries such as bruising, broken limbs and cuts.

On the other hand, Occupational illnesses are diseases and conditions imposed upon someone as a result of their working environment. These can be long-term illnesses like occupational lung cancer caused by continuing exposure to harmful fumes or minor dermatitis which has been caused by caused by skin contact with toxic substances.

To learn more or to start your claim, get in touch with our expert team on 0333 358 2345 or contact us online. 

Claiming Compensation For Industrial Injuries with First Personal Injury

Employers And Occupational Illness

It should not be the case that employees are vulnerable to these types of disorders but unfortunately, there are a number of employers who do not maintain the health and safety standards required by law to protect employees.

Symptoms of occupational illnesses can be very serious while some can be mild. However, even the mildest of symptoms can prevent you from working and can possibly develop into something more long-term.

If you or a family member has suffered as a result of an occupational illness then you have the right to make a claim for personal injury compensation.


Occupational Illness And Industrial Diseases Compensation Claims Types

Here at First Personal Injury, we deal with a wide range of claims types which have come about as a result of occupational illnesses. Here are just some of them:


Employers’ Responsibility For Preventing Occupational Illnesses

All employers have a duty of care to employees. They must protect their safety and health as much as is reasonably possible and make sure they follow Health and Safety guidelines.

Routine checks should be carried out by employers. These include risk assessments, checking the safety of all work equipment, ensuring adequate ventilation and rest breaks as well as making clear guidelines on wearing safety equipment e.g. goggles.


Personal Injury Claims For Occupational Illnesses

You may be entitled to compensation for a range of compensation claims under accident claims. Our experts will help assess your potential claim going forwards and provide you with proficient advice.

Contact First Personal Injury to discuss your potential compensation claim today by ringing 0333 358 2345 or by filling out the online claims form.

 

 







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