Fall From Height Claims Newcastle

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What is a working at height injury?

A working at height injury is a form of accident at work that occurs when an employee falls some distance and is injured as a result.

The term ‘working at height’ refers not to a specific distance, but rather covers any place where a person could fall from a height that is liable to cause personal injury.

Working at height claims therefore cover injuries sustained by workers who have fallen from tall structures, like roofs or scaffolding, as well as any other situation where an employee is working above ground level.

Common causes of falling from height injuries

Different professions and tasks necessitate different practices for safely working at height. There are, however, a number of common causes that might serve as the basis for a fall from height claim.

These typically include damaged, failing or absent equipment, including:

• Unstable ladders
• Lack of secure handholds
• No assistance with slippery surfaces up high
• Faulty equipment
• No PPE.

Working At Height Regulations

If you are in a job that requires you to work at height, you are subject to The Work At Height Regulations 2005. Under these regulations, employers – and those in control of any work at height activity – must ensure that work is properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent people.

Carrying out a thorough working at height risk assessment is a vital part of this planning process. If you sustained an injury carrying out a task following insufficient risk assessment preparation, you may have the basis for a claim.

Making a fall from height claim

In order to make a fall from height claim, you need to prove that the injuries you sustained in the fall were due to negligence. Failing equipment and a lack of adequate safety measures provided by your employer are forms of negligence that commonly contribute to fall from height claims.

Employer failure to comply with The Work At Height Regulations 2005 may highlight negligence in other areas, such as:

• A failure to adequately and competently train staff
• Failure to supervise staff
• Failure to provide proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

How much compensation will I get from a fall from height claim?

The amount of compensation you will receive from a successful fall from height claim can vary significantly, in line with your circumstances. There are a number of factors at play when it comes to your compensation for a fall from height injury.

These include:

• The severity of your injury
• The height from which you fell
• The cost of treatment, rehab and post-injury care required
• The amount of time required to recover from your injury (if full recovery is possible)
• The level of pain and suffering that you have endured.

Fall from height claim experts in Newcastle

For more than 60 years, Beecham Peacock has provided specialist legal services relating to fall from height claims in the North East.

We work with people across Newcastle and the wider region, providing comprehensive legal and emotional support for those whose lives have been impacted by fall from height injuries.

Our team of specialist fall from height solicitors will support you to get the compensation you deserve.

Meet the working at height lawyers

     Sophia Yau-Rosher | Director

     Charlotte Talbot | Director

     Laura Mayne | Family Paralegal

     Derek Pack | Solicitor & Deputy District Judge

     Lauren Laverick | Solicitor

Fall from height claim FAQs

How high do I have to fall from to make a claim?

There is no fixed height that dictates whether you are eligible for a fall from height claim. Working at height regulations state that precautions should be taken for two metres and above, although this is guidance not legislation. Even standing on a small step can be considered working at height if there is risk of fall and injury.

Can I make a claim if I was on ground level and something fell on me?

Yes, Section 10 of The Work At Height Regulations 2005 covers objects that have fallen from height onto people at ground level as a potential risk. However, depending on the circumstances, this may be deemed a failure to provide adequate PPE. Contact us with details of your specific accident to find out more.

Does the fall from height have to occur at work?

No. Commonly fall from height claims are made by employees who work at height, however, you may also have grounds for a claim if the negligence of a third party caused you to fall from a height.

Contact us to begin your fall from height claim today

Our fall from height claim experts in Newcastle can help you get the compensation you deserve. Get in touch today and claim what you are owed following your injustice.

Call: 0191 232 3048
Email: enquire@beechampeacock.co.uk
Visit: 2nd Floor South, New England House, 10 Ridley Place, Newcastle, NE1 8JW.