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...'cause they can get hurt
Locksmiths in Florida encounter risks daily, from handling heavy tools to working in varied environments. Workers' comp insurance protects your staff if injuries occur and shields your business from potential claims.
Workers' comp insurance provides protection to both the employer and the injured worker. Like other types of insurance, it’s there to help in the event of an incident.
If a worker gets hurt on the job, the insurance company will help pay for the costs associated with their care so the worker is provided for until they return to work.
Since the company had an active workers' comp policy, they are not responsible for paying the medical bills.
Here are the main categories for classifying injuries in the locksmith industry. For more details, visit our guide: Workers’ Comp Class Codes for Locksmiths.
8010 - Locksmith Shops
8010 - Emergency Locksmith Services
8010 - Safe Installers
Here’s how to save money:
Classify your workers correctlyFor example - Employees who do clerical work have a different code (8810). Lumping them together with manual labors will increase your premium.
Don't underestimate your payroll
If your payroll is more than was estimated at the beginning of the policy, it will be discovered at audit and you will be billed for the difference.
Have a clear process to report claims
...and make sure your employees know about it. This will make the entire experience easier for all involved. It can even help keep your costs down!
Report every incident- even if it didn't result in a large injury. Some things which seem insignificant can snowball into costly issues.
If you’re self-employed without employees, you usually don’t need workers' comp. However, some licensing boards may require it for maintaining your license.
Yes, offering 24-hour emergency services can make it harder to find coverage. Underwriters often view these businesses as higher risk due to the increased chance of accidents during late-night or emergency situations.
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