In workplaces across England and Wales, employers have a legal duty to protect the health and safety of their staff. One of the most critical aspects of this duty is the provision of adequate and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). When employers fail to meet this obligation, workers can suffer serious injuries and may be entitled to claim compensation.
What Are Employers’ Legal Duties Around PPE?
Under the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992, and the Amendment Regulations 2022 (PPER 2022), employers must provide suitable PPE to employees who may be exposed to health or safety risks at work. This duty now also extends to ‘limb (b)’ workers i.e. those with more casual or freelance working arrangements.
Employers must:
- Carry out a risk assessment to determine if PPE is needed.
- Provide PPE free of charge.
- Ensure PPE is suitable, properly maintained, and stored.
- Offer training and instruction on how to use PPE safely.
Failure to comply with these duties can lead to preventable accidents. This can be from chemical burns and respiratory issues to hearing loss and eye injuries.
Can You Claim Compensation for Employer Negligence?
Yes. If you’ve been injured because your employer failed to provide appropriate PPE, you may be able to make a personal injury claim. This includes situations where:
- PPE was not provided at all.
- The equipment was defective or unsuitable.
- You were not trained to use it properly.
- Your employer ignored known risks.
To succeed in a claim, you’ll need to show that:
- Your employer owed you a duty of care.
- They breached that duty by failing to provide adequate PPE.
- You suffered injury as a result.
At Ison Harrison, our expert personal injury solicitors can help you gather evidence, assess your case, and pursue the compensation you deserve.
No Win, No Fee Funding Available
We understand that the thought of legal costs can be daunting. That’s why we offer no win, no fee funding for eligible workplace injury claims. This means:
- You pay nothing upfront.
- If your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t pay our legal fees.
- If you win, we retain a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation.
Our team will explain everything clearly and ensure you’re fully informed before proceeding.
Why Choose Ison Harrison?
With a reputation for excellence, Ison Harrison is proud to be a Lexcel-accredited firm with decades of experience in personal injury law. We’ve helped thousands of clients recover compensation for workplace injuries and we’re here to help you too.
We offer:
- Free initial consultations
- Expert legal advice tailored to your situation
- A friendly, approachable team who’ll support you every step of the way
Take Action Today
If you’ve suffered an injury at work due to a lack of proper PPE, don’t wait. You may have a limited time to make a claim, and early legal advice can make all the difference.
Contact Ison Harrison’s personal injury team today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll listen, advise, and fight for the compensation you deserve. Call us now on 0113 284 5000 or email pi@isonharrison.co.uk.
