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Every workplace has a possibility of accidents happening, the most common among them being slips, trips, and falls. However, workplace accidents can be much more severe, life-altering or even fatal if you work in industrial areas such as oil rigs, factories, power plants, iron mills, etc.
If you have suffered from an industrial accident that was not your fault, contact PICS at 0141 2809789. Our panel of no win no fee solicitors Scotland are experts in handling industrial accident claims.
They have successfully dealt with a large number of workplace accident claims in the past two decades, so rest assured, they will help you win your claim and get the compensation you deserve.
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What Is an Industrial Accident?
By industrial accidents, we mean accidents that happen to employees working in an industry (factory, warehouse, oil rig, etc.). There can be a wide range of industrial accidents, but most of them are severe and life-changing. They can happen because of the employer’s negligence, such as failure to maintain workplace safety, failure to properly train the employees, failure to maintain the machinery, etc.
Here are some common injuries caused by Industrial accidents:
- Industrial disease: Asbestos, acquired cancer, Repetitive Strain
- Injuries, Deafness, Vibration white finger, etc.
- Chemical burns
- Back and spinal injuries
- Head injuries
- Broken bones
- Amputations
- Electrical injuries
- Fatal injuries
Common Causes Of Industrial Accident At Work
Most industrial workers expect to at least have a safe workplace environment. After all, this is a basic human requirement, and the law also requires employers to follow various guidelines to ensure workplace safety. However, industrial accidents still happen in Scotland, causing severe injuries to innocent workers; here are some common causes of accidents at work.
1. Lack of Organisation:
Some employers do not pay attention to workplace organisation, which results in random things lying haphazardly everywhere on the floor, tables, shelves, etc. The ones lying on the floor can cause someone to trip and fall, resulting in severe injuries. If they are on high shelves and are improperly secured, they can fall on someone’s head, giving them a concussion or even brain injury.
2. Lack of proper training:
It is the employer’s duty to train their employees to do their job, whatever it may be, in a safe manner. For example, if they are supposed to handle heavy machinery, the employer must train them to stay safe while doing their job. Unfortunately, many employers do not take this as seriously as they should, leading to many industrial accidents and injuries.
3. Faulty Machinery
Many accidents happen because of some fault in the machinery. Employers are required by law to check all electrical equipment after regular intervals. If they don’t take this seriously, the machine could malfunction and cause severe accidents. Some more negligent employers even ignore employees’ complaints about the machine’s failure and their requests for maintenance (thinking it is just a small problem), resulting in tragedies.
4. Vehicle Failure
Improper maintenance of heavy-duty vehicles such as forklift trucks or insufficient training can result in accidents resulting in broken bones, spinal damage, and sometimes even death.
5. Lifting
While working in an industrial workplace, you often need to lift heavy objects such as equipment, cargo, fuel, etc. Without proper training and management, this lifting job can cause injuries such as sprains, strains, fractures, musculoskeletal damage, wrist and hand damage, and sometimes even crushed fingers or toes.
Making A Personal Injury Claim In Scotland
Our panel of experienced personal injury lawyers excel in handling cases against well-funded insurance companies.
Our specialised injury lawyers will assist you with your claim, keep you informed throughout the whole process, and provide you with legal advice that is easy to understand.
Why Do You Make Industrial Accident Claims?
First of all, you make these industrial claims to get some financial support. If the industrial accident you were involved in was caused by someone else’s fault, then why should you bear the consequences alone? Your injuries will need medical treatment, you will have to go to and from the hospital, and you will have to make modifications to your home (if required) to make your life easier, all of which costs money.
You are already handling the pain, suffering, and mental trauma caused by the accident; why should you also have to fork out your money while the one responsible keeps living scot-free? You have to get justice and the compensation you deserve so you can recover from the injuries and damages caused by the accident; that is why you must make a claim. Even if it may seem like a hassle, you should make a claim because this is not just about you; by making a claim, you are discouraging other employers from making similar mistakes, saving countless others from similar accidents.
Who Ensures The Safety Of Workers To Prevent Industrial Accidents At The Workplace?
Well, everyone (employer and employees) should do their part to ensure the safety of the workplace. However, most of the responsibility for workplace safety falls on the employer. According to the law, businesses have to make sure that workplaces are as safe as possible, and if any accident happens, report them to the relevant authorities. Your boss has to make sure that they are following all the safety guidelines, giving employees proper training for their job, and properly maintaining any machinery to prevent accidents.
If you suffer injuries because your employer did not follow the safety guidelines, they are responsible for your injuries, and you can claim against them.
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Are There Any Time Limits For Making An Industrial Accident Claim?
Yes! Industrial injury claims are a type of personal injury claim. In Scotland, you have three years from the date of the industrial accident or from the day you recognised that your injury or illness was due to your industrial work (date of knowledge) to make a claim. If you miss that time to make a claim, you will most likely lose your right to claim compensation and get what you deserve. So, what are you waiting for? Contact PICS now and let us help you.
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Make Claim With Our Industrial Accident Solicitors In Scotland:
If you have suffered an injury in an industrial accident in Scotland, allow us to help. Our panel of personal injury lawyers has 20 years of experience handling Accidents At Work Claims Scotland. They know how to gather evidence, get medical opinions, build a strong claim, and negotiate for maximum compensation.
If you are hesitant about making a claim because of solicitor fees, don’t worry. Our panel’s solicitors will work on your industrial accident claim on a no-win, no-fee basis. This means if they don’t win your industrial accident claim, you owe them nothing, but if they win your claim, they will get a part of your compensation as their success fee.
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