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The majority of workers who suffer ladder injury do so not because of some manufacturing default but because of bad practice or poor maintenance, both of which are likely to be caused by either individual negligence or systemic health and safety failures.
Maintenance is essential because, although a ladder would seem like a reasonably sturdy and straightforward piece of equipment, there is much that can go wrong and the results of a ladder accident, just as with all falls from height, can be catastrophic.
Yet, confusingly, the maintenance needs of different ladders can vary considerably. For example, fibreglass ladders should have a surface coat of lacquer that will need regular upkeep. Wooden ladders should be protected with oil, preservative or varnish but never paint, as it can hide potential defects. Users should check wooden ladders scrupulously for any rotting, cracking or looseness. Metal ladders should also be regularly inspected for evidence of any defects such as sharp edges, rough burrs or loose joints.
While basic maintenance can help guard against the possibility of ladder injury, it is still incumbent on employers to provide workers with the necessary training that should avoid accidents.
One successful ladder accident claimant explains how he came to suffer a back injury as a result of an insufficiently maintained ladder. "I was working on a renovation job for a small contractor when on the third day of my employment a rung gave way. I fell onto my back and was lucky not to be paralysed. If I hadn't claimed compensation for my injuries, I don't know what I would be doing now - my settlement allowed me to retrain."
Claim 100 percent compensation for your ladder accident injuries
If you have suffered personal injuries in a workplace accident that you believe may be attributable to the actions of another party, whether it is an employer, a contractor or a colleague, it may be possible to claim monetary compensation for your losses.
Here at YouClaim we enable you to do this without you ever incurring any financial risk: our payment model is completely free of all possible charges and also protects you from the costs, fees and disbursements of the opponent.
Our 100 percent compensation guarantee offers further protection: we never take a cut.
If you would like to investigate making a ladder injury claim with us today, call our free and confidential accident helpline, on 0800 10 757 95.
Alternatively, echat with an advisor or leave your details in an online claim form so that we can consider your case and connect you with the personal injury solicitor who is best suited to your case.
