Young Workers Are Most Likely To Suffer Workplace Injuries
Watching your children join the workforce is such a momentous occasion. Knowing that you’ve raised your children well and that they’re passionate, hard working members of the community really gives you a sense of pride.
As a dad to five, three of which are grown up, I’ve had been able to witness first hand their first steps onto the career ladder. My eldest, J, has done really well in her job and often comes homes telling me all about her day.
One of my biggest concerns about J, and of course my other children starting work is the likelihood of them getting injured.
New research reveals that young employees (aged 16-29) among the British workforce are most likely to suffer injuries while on the job. In fact, they are more at risk of an injury and illness than any other age group! This fact absolutely amazes me! I would have thought that people who were older would be more at risk, but then again maybe they’ve got the experience to know how to avoid injuries.
I was also surprised to read that a staggering 71% of workers between 16-29 years old claim their workplace to be a health hazard, which suggests that the shocking working conditions among British businesses are putting the lives of millions of employees in serious danger. Thankfully the office that my eldest works in is a safe environment, but I dread to think about the working conditions for others less fortunate.
It seems that going to work could seriously damage younger workers’ health. To add to this, it seems that they aren’t aware of their legal right to compensation following injury, as just one in four (24%) young workers currently seek out legal advice following their accidents.
To help young workers find information online on how to make a claim against their employer and whether or not they are entitled to any money, Hayward Baker has launched a free to use interactive injury compensation calculator. You can also find out more interesting facts below in this informative infographic.
