30 May, 2023/ by National Accident Helpline /News
Factory and industrial accident compensation helps you get back on track
After an industrial accident, your factory injury is not only painful, but your work, life, and finances may also be damaged as a result. Recovering from an injury takes time and money that you might not be able to spare, but failing to fully heal puts you at more risk of re-injury.
Read on to find out how claiming compensation can recover expenses from affording the rehabilitation services and equipment you need.
What are the most common factory injuries?
Factory and industrial accidents include anything from slips, trips, and falls to machinery and equipment accidents. The main factory hazards that often cause accidents are:
- Faulty Machinery.
- Insufficient training on equipment usage.
- Poor personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Fatigue and overexertion.
- Slip or trips.
- Fall from height.
Injuries from industrial factory accidents can be minor, severe, or totally life-changing. In any case, getting the medical care you need is the first step to recovery and recommended treatment should not be ignored. Treatment can be expensive but we may be able to help you claim compensation to cover any necessary costs, so you don't have to compromise your health.
How long does it take to heal from an injury?
Recovery time is different for everyone. Injury type, prior health, personal circumstances, treatment, and any complications that may arise during the healing process are all factors that affect the recovery duration of an injury. Depending on the accident, some factory injuries can last forever.
For any workplace injury, immediate/early treatment and ongoing therapies will speed and maximise your recovery. Therapy and treatment aid recovery and promote rehabilitation. Therapy types include physiotherapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, and more. Utilising treatment and therapy options as much and as soon as possible is vital. Studies show people who receive physiotherapy after two weeks of sustaining an injury often have faster recovery than those who wait or go without.
If you have suffered a recent factory injury, urgently seeking professional medical advice on treatment and care will aid your recovery significantly.
How do injuries affect your life?
An injury after an accident at work impacts more than just your body - relationships, daily tasks, and income suffers from an injury too.
Factory work requires a lot of manual labour and strength which are often diminished post-accident. You may be less physically capable than before, unable to complete even the simplest daily tasks like dressing and washing. Your cognitive functions may be impaired causing forgetfulness, mind blanks, or confusion. Your mental health may be suffering too - feeling unmotivated, stressed, numb, or even suffering from anxiety/depression/PTSD.
Your physical, cognitive, and mental health are all impacted by an accident at work, and it can be challenging to cope with for you and your family/loved ones.
How can workplace injuries affect your family?
Work injuries affect your family as well as yourself. Your loved ones will share your stresses, step up, sacrifice where necessary, and worry about your health.
With an extensive injury, time off of work is often required which can cause uncertainty with household finances. This loss of income can strain family life drastically, adding stress and limitations for everyone. Heavy physical assistance from a spouse or loved one may now be required to support you daily, which comes with mental challenges for both involved. Poor mental health can create distance, irritability, and disengagement, so your relationships could break down at home if not nurtured properly.
Even the strongest families struggle when someone suffers an accident at work. If yours has experienced any of these issues, give us a call to talk through your accident and aftereffects - you may be owed compensation for psychological injuries as well as your accident.
What are the three types of injury rehabilitation?
Many rehabilitation therapies are available, each more suited to some injuries than others. But, the three key injury rehabilitation methods are:
Depending on the injury, you may require a mixture of therapies and treatments or special equipment to promote maximum recovery. Speak to your GP or medical professional about finding the right service for your recovery.
How much does physiotherapy cost?
Physiotherapy is a prominent technique to improve flexibility and restore mobility and strength after a muscular or skeletal injury. Physio flexes and strengthens your body over time to help you get back to industrial work, confident in your body's abilities.
An NHS physiotherapy referral will provide you with some physio appointments (usually 2-6 in a course, but this varies) free of charge. Although a free service is appealing, over the last few years the NHS has been struggling so there are now longer wait times to consider and fewer appointments available than before the COVID pandemic.
An alternative option is private physiotherapy. This is a paid service for expert treatment which usually consists of an initial assessment before a treatment course. According to Nuffield Health, private physio appointments cost around £50-£60 and complete treatment courses range from £240 to £300.
Can you do physiotherapy on yourself?
There are physiotherapy exercises and expert advice online but be careful - this information is not tailored to your situation. By following online examples you risk making your injury worse due to a lack of knowledge and experience. Although you can do some physiotherapy to an extent on yourself at home, we recommend seeking professional help or - at the very least - getting approval from your GP before starting.
What is injury rehabilitation equipment?
Injury rehabilitation often incorporates machines and tools to be used for exercises, physical support, and additional care functions. These are known as injury rehabilitation equipment.
Different ranges of equipment are used depending on the therapy/treatment method, but some examples of equipment include walking sticks and canes, crutches, mobility walkers/scooters, or even items as simple as a mat to stretch on. Prices vary drastically depending on the piece of equipment with mats costing £5-£10 and some mobility equipment costing thousands.
Rehabilitation equipment can be a significant investment, but it could be the difference between a successful recovery with minimal impact on your home life. If it's affordable in the short term, you and your family deserve it. Plus we can help you claim against your employers' liability insurance to cover the costs in the long run.
Who pays compensation for accidents at work?
Employers' liability insurance is an essential business insurance covering accidents at work caused by employer negligence. All employers (including factory employers) must have employers' liability insurance by law unless all employees are family members. By failing to take out employers' liability insurance, they can be fined up to £2.500 daily.
Any compensation you receive from a successful claim will be paid by the insurance company. So don't worry, your employer will not be left out of pocket.
How to make a claim with National Accident Helpline
You can start your claim by calling us on or claiming online today. This is the first step in the claim process where we will discuss your accident, injuries, and any damages/losses/expenses you have incurred as a result. Our helpline advisors are friendly and knowledgeable; they'll give you the best start to your claim journey.
At the end of the discussion, we will be able to see if you're eligible to claim. If successful, we'll transfer you to our trusted panel of work injury solicitors who will continue to handle your claim with their expertise.
Last updated 30.05.23