Comply with state laws
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...'cause they can get hurt
Mississippi’s plumbers work on both residential and industrial projects, handling everything from backflow prevention to sewer system repairs. Workers’ comp coverage keeps employees and businesses protected.
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.
For more details on class codes, visit this detailed guide: Plumbing Workers' Compensation Class Codes.
5183 - Plumbing
5183 - Automatic Sprinkler Installation - For Lawns
5188 - Automatic Sprinkler Installation - Indoors
8111 - Plumbers Supplies Dealer
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.
Yes, if your subcontractors don’t carry their own workers’ comp coverage, you are responsible for including their payroll under your policy. Always request a Certificate of Insurance (COI) from any subcontractors before they begin work to avoid unexpected liabilities.
If the work is occasional, you may already be covered. However, if you regularly work out-of-state or stay overnight for jobs, you’ll likely need to list those states under Section 3A.
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