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Work Equipment Accidents
Most accidents involving work equipment occur at work and are usually
caused by either the negligence of the employer or a mistake that is made
the employee using the equipment. This is an important distinction to
make, as not all injuries are caused by the wrong-doing of others. In
fact, most accidents are just that, accidents. However, in some instances
an employer can be to blame.
Types of Accident Claims
Accidents at work - poorly maintained equipment
Accidents occur and injuries are sustained when equipment is poorly maintained
and left in a dangerous condition. Common examples involve equipment with
safety features which are either not present or are ineffective.
Accidents at work – lack of training
It is an employers duty to ensure that every employee is full trained
and able to use the equipment in the correct manner. If an employer fails
in this duty then a claim for compensation is likely to be successful.
Accidents at work – lack of supervision
Where employees are left to work unsupervised, this can lead to potentially
dangerous situations developing. A busy employee may not notice that he
is doing something incorrectly or that the machine is not working properly.
It is therefore essential that all employers provide adequate supervision
when the workforce uses dangerous machinery.
Types of injury claim
Arm Injuries
Fractured arm
More usually known as a broken arm. These range from serious displaced
fractures requiring surgical intervention to less serious hairline breaks.
Generally these are treated with a plaster cast and back slab. Recovery
can take between six to twelve weeks and it is possible that the individual
may be left with some residual disability.
Sprained arm
Commonly known as soft tissue or ligament injuries. As with all injuries
the symptoms vary from person to person and damages will be assessed individually
depending on any residual symptoms that may exist.
Repetitive strain injury
This type of injury is commonly caused by the over use of the arm usually
in a workplace environment. The most common examples of this are factory
workers who are tasked with the same repetitive task for hours at a time
with very short breaks. It is possible to suffer from RSI in most areas
of work and it will depend completely on the facts of each case as to
whether or not a claim for compensation will be successful.
Tendonitis
Tendonitis is often caused by the over use of a tendon and symptoms tend
to occur around the wrist. Examples of this can be caused by writing or
typing and/ or any other manual use. A claim for compensation can be made
if an employer requires a worker to overly use his or her arms for a prolonged
period.
Carpal tunnel
It is not always clear why Carpel tunnel syndrome occurs. It is thought
that some inflammation develops in a tendon going through the carpel tunnel
which causes swelling. Carpel tunnel syndrome is more common in manual
workers especially if they have a job where they use their wrist a lot
such as scrubbing or wringing.
Finger Injuries
Fractured finger
More usually known as a broken finger. These range from serious displaced
fractures requiring surgical intervention to less serious hairline breaks.
Generally these are treated with a plaster cast and back slab. Recovery
can take between six to twelve weeks and it is possible that the individual
may be left with some residual disability.
Sprained finger
Commonly known as soft tissue or ligament injuries. As with all injuries
the symptoms vary from person to person and damages will be assessed individually
depending on any residual symptoms that may exist.
Hand Injuries
Fractured hand compensation claims
More usually known as a broken hand. These range from serious displaced
fractures requiring surgical intervention to less serious hairline breaks.
Generally these are treated with a plaster cast and back slab. Recovery
can take between six to twelve weeks and it is possible that the individual
may be left with some residual disability.
Sprained hand compensation claims
Commonly known as soft tissue or ligament injuries. As with all injuries
the symptoms vary from person to person and damages will be assessed individually
depending on any residual symptoms that may exist.
Repetitive strain injury
This type of injury is commonly caused by the over use of the hand usually
in a workplace environment. The most common examples of this are factory
workers who are tasked with the same repetitive task for hours at a time
with very short breaks. It is possible to suffer from RSI in most areas
of work and it will depend completely on the facts of each case as to
whether or not a claim for compensation will be successful.
Foot Injuries
Fractured foot
More usually known as a broken foot. These range from serious displaced
fractures requiring surgical intervention to less serious hairline breaks.
Generally these are treated with a plaster cast and back slab. Recovery
can take between six to twelve weeks and it is possible that the individual
may be left with some residual disability.
Sprained foot
Commonly known as soft tissue or ligament injuries. As with all injuries
the symptoms vary from person to person and damages will be assessed individually
depending on any residual symptoms that may exist.
Eye Injuries
Temporary Loss of Vision
This can affect both eyes and although the damage may only be temporary,
it can have a profound affect in the injured party.
Permanent Loss of Vision
This can affect both eyes and the affects of this type of injury are of
the utmost seriousness.
Scarring Affecting the Eye
If you have sustained an injury affect your eye within the last three
years which was the fault of somebody else, then please complete the Claim
Assessment Form. One of our specialist claims solicitors will contact
you to discuss matters
If you have been involved in an accident which has caused you an injury as a result of lifting heavy objects in the workplace, please complete the Claim Assessment Form. One of our specialist claims solicitors will contact you to discuss your claim. Please note that all our solicitors act of a strictly ‘no-win, no-fee’ basis and that the legal advice is effectively given for free.
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