Labourer Insurance

It doesn’t matter how experienced you are or how much care you put into your work, unfortunately things can go wrong. Whatever the task at hand - whether you’re paving a road, building a commercial property or reconstructing a bridge - you face a myriad of potential hazards every day.

That’s why it pays to have financial protection in place. At Markel Direct, we offer specialist labour insurance that’s designed especially with you in mind.

What is labourer insurance?

Labourer insurance is there to protect self-employed individuals in your line of work when the unexpected happens. When you take out insurance with us, you can tailor your package to include only the policies you really need. You can select from a variety of covers, including public liability insurance, tools insurance, employers’ liability insurance and more.

Labourer insurance is designed to cover the compensation costs and legal fees should a claim be made against you for personal injury, property damage or negligence, for example.

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Public liability insurance for labourers

It’s no secret that labouring is demanding work and is full of potential hazards. As a labourer, you likely have to deal with dust, fumes, noise, power tools, site traffic, uneven ground and adverse weather conditions, to name a few examples. You may also be tasked with working at height and transporting heavy loads. You’re also likely to come into contact with a variety of different people during the course of your work, including clients, contractors, employees, site visitors and members of the public. No matter how careful you are, you could find yourself held legally liable if someone is injured or their property is damaged as a result of your work. That’s where public liability insurance for self-employed labourers comes in.

For example, when working at height, you drop a piece of concrete. It lands on a site visitor who sustains serious injuries. They make a claim against you for compensation.

In this situation, you could be left in financial hardship by the legal fees alone without labourer public liability insurance in place. On the other hand, the right protection could shield you from hefty compensation costs and legal expenses, allowing you to get back to your work.

Do I need labourer insurance?

According to the Health and Safety Executive, the construction industry has a significantly higher rate of workplace injury compared to the average rate across all industries. It is also associated with higher than average rates of work-related musculoskeletal disorders. In addition, the risk of property damage is ever-present in the construction industry.

While the right training and equipment can help you to avoid accidents, they’re no substitute for self-employed labourer insurance. While you may pride yourself on your awareness of health and safety risks and your scrupulous attention to detail, the fact of the matter is that problems can arise. As a labourer, there is always the potential that you could inadvertently injure someone or damage a third party’s personal property during the course of your work. For this reason, it’s vital to ensure that you’re financially protected should the worst happen. It’s also worth bearing in mind that some clients won’t take you on if you don’t have adequate insurance in place.

Furthermore, if you employ staff - even on a part-time or short-term basis, you must have employers’ liability insurance by law. This policy will cover compensation and legal expenses if one of your employees sustains an injury or develops an illness as a result of the work they do for you. For example, an employee could file a claim against you for noise-induced hearing loss if they weren’t provided with the right ear protection for their job. Or a worker could sue you if they experience a serious injury as a result of a fall from height if you haven’t implemented fall arrest systems or provided adequate training.

You should also consider the tools you need to do your job. From trowels and levels to power drills and power saws, you probably rely on a variety of equipment. How would you manage if these tools were lost, stolen or damaged in a fire or flood? If you would struggle to afford to replace your tools in these situations, you should consider tools insurance.

Why choose Markel Direct for labourer insurance?

When it comes to choosing your insurance provider, you’ll want to make sure you’re making the right decision. Below are a few of the reasons to pick Markel Direct for your builders and labourer insurance.

✔ Clear pricing

You don’t have to put up with unexpected fees. When you come to us, you’ll also know exactly what you’re paying for, thanks to our transparent pricing model.

✔ Cover that’s right for you

No need for off-the-shelf insurance solutions. You can tailor your policies to your precise requirements so you’ll get exactly the right cover for you.

✔ Highly rated

We’re committed to satisfying our customers. To see for yourself, take a look at our Feefo.com reviews.

✔ Quick quotes

We know you don’t have time to waste. That’s why we offer labourer insurance quotes in as little as 90 seconds.

✔ Legal helpline

Get legal guidance any time of the day or night with access to our legal helpline, staffed by professional solicitors.

How to buy labourer insurance

Buying labourer insurance doesn’t have to be complicated when you shop with us. Simply fill in our online form and you’ll get a quote in as little as 90 seconds.

Once you’re ready to proceed, simply pay online. You get cover straight away or up to 30 days in advance.

How much does labourer insurance cost?

The cost of your labourer insurance will be determined by your cover needs. Factors such as the size of your business, how many workers you employ and whether you operate as a sole trader, partnership or limited company will be taken into consideration when calculating your premium.

To find out exactly how much your cover will cost, simply get a quote today.

*Price based on a labourer requiring £1 million of public liability insurance.