Factory Accidents
Unfortunately, injuries due to factory accidents remain high in Ireland and across Europe.
Due to the large industrial nature of most factories, factory injures can have an extreme effect on an individual’s quality of life.
Exposure to everything from toxic materials to flammable materials to heavy machinery can mean a factory worker is vulnerable to serious injury if due care isn’t taken to ensure the safety of the employee.
Who is responsible for factory accidents?
Factory employers have a duty of care to provide a safe working environment for their employees. Therefore factory employers must follow all safety regulations and take reasonable steps to ensure the working environment for their employees is safe.
What type of accidents happen in a Factory?
Injures due to an unsafe working environment and/or defective factory equipment are all too common.
Some of the more common accidents that happen in factories include:
- Gas releases
- Chemical spills
- Objects falling
- Large or heavy machinery malfunctioning
- Falls, trips or slips
Factory Accidents FAQ
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What type of injuries are typically suffered in a factory accident?
Accidents in a factory can include
- Broken Bones
- Severed Limbs
- Neck Trauma
- Head Trauma
- Back Injuries
- Server Burns
- Permanent Disability
- Life-Ending Injuries -
I’ve suffered an injury due to a factory accident. How do I know if I can pursue a claim?
We recommend getting in contact with our Dublin solicitors office. With our extensive factory accident experience, we can let you know if pursuing a factory accident claim is in your best interests.