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A ladder accident is often the result of the personal injury victim using the wrong type of climbing device to suit the particular situation.
If the appropriate style of ladder or platform has not been supplied by an employer or other person responsible for maintaining equipment then the person who falls and is hurt may have a case for making a compensation claim.
It may be up to the worker to select the best and safest ladder for each task but if a suitable one is not available then he or she could compromise their health by trying to complete a job without adequate safeguards.
For example, an office worker who is asked to fetch records from a high shelf and is told to stand on a chair rather than use a proper stepladder in order to reach could have grounds for making an accident at work damages claim against his or her employer if there is a resultant fall incurring injury.
Similarly, unless a painter or other tradesman is required to supply their own tools and equipment when sub-contracted to complete a job, ladders supplied for any type of maintenance or construction work must be fit for the purpose.
A standard six-tread stepladder with a small platform at the top may be adequate for interior decoration work but a more substantial ladder with associated safety features will be needed for exterior painting.
If the foot of a ladder is unstable, this is the time when it is most likely to slip, causing the user to fall and suffer an injury at work – measures should be taken to avoid this occurrence.
Ladder users should be instructed in safe working methods and trained to take all precautions to ensure their own safety and that of others around them. Where necessary, a second worker or supervisor should be employed with a special responsibility for prevention of accidents and assist the ladder-user.
Ladder accidents across a wide variety of work situations are an all-too-frequent occurrence which can be reduced by common sense and correct use of safety procedures. It is the responsibility of employers to ensure all reasonable efforts are made to prevent workplace accidents to their employees.
YouClaim solicitors for ladder accidents
If you or a close loved one has suffered a ladder accident at work which was caused by the actions or neglect of another person, you may be eligible to make a compensation claim for pain, suffering and loss of earnings.
Our expert industrial accident solicitors at YouClaim have many years of experience in helping victims of such accidents to receive the damages payments to which they are entitled.
We have lawyers available throughout the UK and, thanks to the internet, your claim can be handled with the minimum of inconvenience and maximum efficiency.
Why not contact us today for legal advice and find out how we can help you. Call our special telephone line on 0800 10 757 95 or the mobile-friendly 0333 240 0871 to speak to one of our friendly legal staff. Alternatively, use the online claim form on this page to send us some brief details and we'll get back to you.
