Dockyard Workers
The work of the dockyard has changed tremendously in the past 40 years. Previously dockwork was labour intensive and had little mechanisation. Up to a quarter of a million people worked in docks. Many were engaged loading and unloading loose cargoes. Now only about 23,000 to 24,000 dock-workers are permanently employed. Large volumes of cargo pass through the docks. The use of containers, ro-ro ferries and car transporters, bulk handling equipment and larger ships has speeded up the cargo transfer process.
These changes have brought with them new dangers and despite improvements over recent years the docks industry remains one of the most dangerous in the UK.
If you have have suffered a workplace accident contact one of our personal injury lawyers for specialist legal advice. You can either fill out our online enquiry form, request a callback or call us direct on 0800 915 4650.
Our team has experience in handling cases throughout the UK in a variety of different dock yard settings including:
- Falls from height
- Falls from ladders, scaffolds and other work places
- Being struck and crushed by vehicles
- Being struck by falling loads and equipment
- Being crushed by collapsing structures and machinery
- Exposure to chemicals and fumes
- Manual handling injuries such as the movement of cargo and lifting heavy loads
- Hand and Arm Vibration Injury/Vibration White Finger
- Working with asbestos
- Hearing loss
- Tinnitus
- PTSD - post traumatic stress disorder
- Burns
- Amputation
- Head and brain injury
- Spinal injuries
- Slips and trips
- Diving accidents
- Drowning and asphyxiation
- Mishandling of dangerous goods while in docks
- Explosions
- Faulty equipment and machinery
At Bond Pearce the accident at work solicitors have many years experience of dealing with claims relating to the dockyard industry. Acting for employees, casual labourers and contractors who are self employed. They understand the terminology and the dangers that are present. They can advise you with regard to your rights and also on any potential claim you might wish to make.
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