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It's important to remember that having a condition such as epilepsy need not rule a person out of having a meaningful and productive career. In fact, many epilepsy sufferers go on to do just that and prove themselves to be every bit as capable as any other person. However, there are workplace settings where it may not be appropriate for a particular epileptic worker to be involved – indeed, some of these may, in certain circumstances, give rise to an accident at work compensation claim.
Under the terms of the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974 all employers have a duty to protect workers by providing a safe workplace. As such, they must ensure that any workers at risk of seizures are suitably and safely placed in the workplace in situations where their condition will not pose a risk either to themselves or to the health and safety of others.
However, workers also owe this duty of care to their colleagues. In short, if a worker knows that he or she suffers uncontrolled seizures, it is imperative that he or she informs the employer so that suitable assessments and adjustments can take place.
This kind of risk assessment will be necessary not only to ensure general health and safety but also to ensure the employer avoids potential liability for an accident at work compensation claim.
Once a risk assessment has been carried out, it is a good idea for worker and employer to sit down together and draft a care plan to ensure the best response in the event of a seizure.
Furthermore, workers with epilepsy, whether they work in construction, transport, manufacturing, in an office or any other setting have a responsibility to inform their employer so that a new risk assessment can be carried out.
Claim accident at work compensation
Workplace health and safety is not too much to ask. In fact, it is a basic right of all workers in the UK.
If your employer or the actions of a colleague have failed you and you have suffered personal injury or industrial disease as a result, you may be entitled to claim compensation.
Our specialist work injury lawyers will ensure that your best interests are represented and that you receive the maximum sum of compensation you are entitled to.
Furthermore, our service is free – this means you make no payment and no deduction is ever taken.
To find out more about making an accident at work compensation claim with us, talk to a legal advisor. Just call us, on 0800 10 757 95.
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