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STEEPLEJACK ACCIDENT CLAIMS

Steeplejack Accident Claims & Steeplejack Fall Injury Compensation

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Steeplejacks operate in such difficult, and potentially dangerous, environments that it is generally recognised as one of the world’s most dangerous jobs.

Aside from the obvious risks associated with working at often extreme heights, steeplejacks also must contend with adverse and unpredictable weather; structures which can be old and unstable; combustible materials; and, when working with older structures, exposure to asbestos.

Given all these factors, it is inevitable that accidents will occur, and, as steeplejacks are often working at significant heights, the consequences of an accident can be very serious.  Detailed regulations specify the responsibilities of employers of those who work at height and ensure that you are able to seek compensation from your employer if they have failed to properly consider your health and safety.

If you have suffered an injury, and you believe that you might have a claim against your employer, our experienced personal injury solicitors will be able to advise you.

We offer all our personal injury legal services on a No Win No Fee basis, and we guarantee that a qualified solicitor will be allocated to your claim and will your point of contact with the firm.

Our focus on the quality of our personal service and legal advice means that we have developed a reputation for securing higher compensation payments than our competitors, so we are confident that we are the right choice if you do decide to pursue a claim.

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Thank you PSR Solicitors for the professional way you have dealt with my claim you have made the whole process as stress free as possible.

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They were very helpful, better value, and dealt with my claim within 7 months. After a 4 and a half years issue with my previous solicitors.

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Dangers of working as a steeplejack

Working as a steeplejack puts you at risk, not only of suffering the typical injuries caused by accidents in the workplace, but also from a range of specific dangers which relate to the unusual environment and working conditions which are involved:

  • Falls: probably the most obvious danger for a steeplejack is a fall. Often you will be working tens of metres above the ground, undertaking complex and physically demanding activities. Even a fall from a comparatively low height can cause serious injury (and even death), so strict regulations are in place which govern the responsibilities of employers in this area.
  • Adverse weather: working at significant heights entails often prolonged exposure to severe weather conditions, which serve to make this type of work even more difficult than it already is. High winds, heavy rain and cold temperatures can all increase the risks associated with working as a steeplejack.
  • Structural failures: maintenance of fragile and / or aging structures is one of the main jobs a steeplejack does, and this often means that the structures they are working with are unstable. Accidents can occur when structures collapse or fall, usually causing significant injuries.
  • Falling debris: the unstable nature of many of the structures steeplejacks work with also means that they are exposed to the risk of falling debris from these structures, with the associated risk of crushing injuries caused by this falling material.
  • Fires and explosions: the nature of the work of a steeplejack means that the danger of fire or explosion exists in many of the structures with which they work. The exposed position of the steeplejack makes these dangers even more serious.
  • Cranes: steeplejacks are often required to work with cranes which, although they can provide safer working environments in most situations, can also create risks of their own if they are incorrectly operated. Accidents can occur due to the way the crane is operated or due to carelessness in the location of the crane.
  • Toxic exposure: often steeplejacks are required to work with structures which once contained harmful and dangerous substances. Working in these environments creates a serious risk of injury or illness, which employers need to take responsibility for. Specific issues relating to asbestos exposure can also arise, given the age of the structures involved, and employers have specific responsibilities in relation to those risks (see below).

Common injuries sustained by steeplejacks

Most claims relating to working as a steeplejack relate to falls, although the dangers of exposure to harmful materials is also significant. Common injuries sustained by steeplejacks include:

  • Broken bones
  • Head injuries
  • Back injuries
  • Slips, trips and falls
  • Exposure to toxic and /or hazardous substances (see below)

For more further information on the possible value of your Accident at Work Compensation, please take a look at our Personal Injury Claims Calculator

The Work at Height Regulations 2005

The dangers of working as a steeplejack are such that the duty of their employers to safeguard their health and safety has been recognised by the Health and Safety Executive.

The Work at Heights Regulations 2005 state that employers must ensure:

  • they properly plan all work at height;
  • all those working at height have the relevant training;
  • the safety of the place where the work will take place;
  • all the equipment being used at height is in proper working order and is regularly inspected;
  • potentially dangerous weather conditions are properly considered; and
  • risks due to fragile surfaces and falling objects are controlled effectively.

If you have suffered an injury, and you believe that your employer may have failed to properly fulfil their responsibilities under these Regulations, you may have a claim and we would be happy to advise you on the most appropriate way to proceed.

Industry-specific issues

Workers across a range of industry can suffer injuries due to working at height, but the Health and Safety Executive identifies four particular key industries which involve significant risks:

  • Agriculture, forestry and arboriculture – working with trees presents a particular set of difficulties, which need to be properly considered by employers.
  • Construction – working in the construction industry will often involve the use of scaffolding. A hierarchy of controls is required (avoid, prevent, arrest) which means that fall restraints and safety netting should only be considered if all other options to carry out the work and all other safety equipment has been ruled out.
  • Roof work – most fatal falls at work are from roofs, with workers falling through fragile materials such as lights, skylights or asbestos roofing sheets. Employers have a responsibility to minimise the dangers involved in this type of work.
  • Workplace transport – falling from vehicles is one of the most common ways to sustain an injury at work. Once again, employers must take steps to ensure that workers are protected from these risks.

Asbestos exposure claims

Due to the age and materials used in the construction of many of the structures steeplejacks work with, exposure to asbestos is a significant issue in this industry. The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 provides guidance for employers so that they can safeguard workers against the risks of being exposed. The Regulations specify that employers must take reasonable measures to check whether there is asbestos in the structure, and that they must presume that a structure contains asbestos unless they have strong evidence that it does not.

Your employer must also assess the risk of anyone being exposed to asbestos, plan how to manage those risks and then do whatever is required to put that plan in place. Failure to take any of these steps could mean that you are able to make a claim against your employer if you suffer illness as a result of exposure to asbestos.

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The team at PSR solicitors is best placed to help you with your Industrial Accident Compensation Claim.

With offices in Wrexham, Colwyn Bay, Rhyl, Shotton (Deeside), and Ellesmere Port, PSR is a leading Personal Injury Law Firm in Wales and Injury Solicitors in Cheshire. We regularly act for clients on major personal injury claims across North Wales, Cheshire, Liverpool, and Merseyside. As a recognised injury claims specialist we can support your needs wherever you live in Wales, England & Northern Ireland.

We will contact you within one hour of your initial enquiry, or during the next working day if you contact us out of office hours.

For confidential, professional legal advice contact us today by completing the enquiry form,  or call on our freephone number at the top of this page.

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Richard Layfield

Richard Layfield

Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury

As an experienced personal injury and civil litigation Solicitor, I represent Claimants in all manner of personal injury case work including injuries as a result of Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, and Occupiers Liability Accidents. I handle all types off personal injury claims from the minor right through to complex, serious injury claims.

Richard Layfield

Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury

I've been a Solicitor at PSR Solicitors since March 2013 and now take full responsibility for leading the Rhyl Office. 

I completed both my Law LLB and LPC degrees at Cardiff University, graduating in 2008 and 2009 respectively.  Thereafter, I completed my 2-year training contract at a firm based in Cardiff, then retained by this firm as a Criminal Defence Solicitor until I decided to relocate up to North Wales, for the countryside and the people.. 

As an experienced personal injury and civil litigation Solicitor, I represent Claimants in all manner of personal injury case work including injuries as a result of Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, and Occupiers Liability Accidents. I handle all types off personal injury claims from the minor right through to complex, serious injury claims. 

Outside of work I'm a keen rugby fan, who enjoys running and travel. 

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I am the Managing Director of PSR Solicitors. After working in various law firms, both small high street firms and a larger practice in Manchester, I saw a gap in the market for a high quality practice that had the same core high street values of being personable and approachable and combining them with the efficiency and professionalism of a larger practice.  PSR Solicitors was therefore established in 2009 in Shotton, Deeside with this aim. Since then PSR Solicitors has provided high quality legal services to local clients throughout North Wales and Cheshire.  

I live in Chester with my young family and 2 dogs and enjoy regular holidays along the coast of North Wales.

I have recently been asked to join the board of trustees at Platform For Life, a mental health counselling charity in Chester. Good mental health is the foundation of a more fulfilled, happy and healthy life, yet many families struggle to access the help and support they need to achieve it. Platform for Life offers free local counselling and play therapy for families who would otherwise not be able to afford it.

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Richard Layfield

Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury

I've been a Solicitor at PSR Solicitors since March 2013 and now take full responsibility for leading the Rhyl Office. 

I completed both my Law LLB and LPC degrees at Cardiff University, graduating in 2008 and 2009 respectively.  Thereafter, I completed my 2-year training contract at a firm based in Cardiff, then retained by this firm as a Criminal Defence Solicitor until I decided to relocate up to North Wales, for the countryside and the people.. 

As an experienced personal injury and civil litigation Solicitor, I represent Claimants in all manner of personal injury case work including injuries as a result of Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, and Occupiers Liability Accidents. I handle all types off personal injury claims from the minor right through to complex, serious injury claims. 

Outside of work I'm a keen rugby fan, who enjoys running and travel. 

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Richard Layfield
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Mark House

Solicitor - Head of Litigation

I completed my law degree and legal practice course at Nottingham Law School, before qualifying as a solicitor in 2004. I then worked at a specialist personal injury firm in the East Midlands and a leading regional firm, before joining PSR in 2017.

With PSR I've continued to specialise in acting for Personal Injury claimants and have developed a keen understanding of the procedures and tactics involved in pursuing a claim, as well as the difficulties and concerns faced by people who have suffered as the result of an accident.

Since 2014 I've been proud to help hundreds of people. I've represented the public in all manner of injury claims, including serious orthopaedic injuries, brain damage, and psychological trauma. I was instructed to deal with claims for clients in the aftermath of the Potters Bar rail crash and the Penhallow hotel fire.

In addition, I represent clients in relation to all manner of disputes. I have dealt with professional negligence claims, such as those against solicitors and builders. I have helped clients recover money which is due to them and to dispute invoices which have been sent to them. I have helped business defend claims against them. I have tackled neighbour and boundary disputes.

I live locally to the Colwyn Bay office, and outside of work, I enjoy taking advantage of the coastal and mountain outdoor activities which are available on the doorstep. I'm also heavily involved with an outdoor pursuits charity, which I find an enjoyable and rewarding way of using my free time.

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