If you have been injured at work

• Make sure you have recorded the incident within your employer’s accident book. There may be witnesses and you may wish to obtain photographs of the accident scene.
• Make an appointment to see your GP or visit the hospital, providing a full history of how you sustained your injury.
• If you are a member of a trade union, give your union a call and you will be offered support, and advice, and be referred to a union solicitor, free of charge.
• Ask your employer for support with your recovery. Many businesses are able to offer care and medical treatment via their individual occupational schemes.
• Contact a local personal injury solicitor who may offer you a free interview and where you will be assured of independent, regulated legal advice. Look out for the quality kitemark
• Inform the Health and Safety Executive of the incident. All employers must comply with strict statutory rules relating to health and safety in the workplace.
• Your employer will be insured and when your claim is notified, the insurance company will deal with it.

WE ALL HAVE A DUTY TO ACT SENSIBLY WHEN AT WORK AND DEALING WITH OTHERS AND EVERYONE HAS A RIGHT TO GO TO WORK AND COME HOME AGAIN UNHARMED.

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