USL&H – Slip-and-Fall Risks for Barge Workers
Your barge worker clients have a unique workplace environment—and unfortunately, it presents many unique injury risks. One of these is slip-and-fall risks.
While working to build and repair barges, workers in the barge industry may face slip-and-fall risks such as:
- Wet and slippery surfaces
- Oil and fuel spills
- Uneven surfaces
- Poor weather conditions
- Sudden vessel movements
- Inadequate lighting
Slip-and-falls are also more likely to occur if barge workers don’t receive safety training on how to handle risks like spills or weather conditions, or if they are not outfitted with necessary personal protective gear, like non-slip shoes.
When your clients in the barge industry suffer from a slip-and-fall accident, it can lead to many different types of injuries. Slip-and-fall injuries can range from mild to extremely severe, and some common injuries include:
- Sprains and strains
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries, which can lead to paralysis
At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we know the unique challenges of the barge industry and are ready to help your clients find the Workers’ Compensation coverage they need to navigate risks like these. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and will help you find the best PEO coverage and savings for your clients in barge building and other high-risk industries.
To learn how we can help you find coverage for your barge industry and other high-risk industry clients, please reach out to receive a quote.
