If you have ever wondered why your business insurance costs are going up then read this but be warned it will make your blood boil. I personally dealt with this case and I was gobsmacked with the outcome.
A subbie injured himself whilst texting his girlfriend near some equipment. He tripped because he was not looking where he was going as he was too busy arranging his personal life! Of course, it was his boss’s fault and the Employers Liability Insurance had to settle the negligence claim – but why?
The reason was because the Employer did not have a documented ‘no mobile phones’ policy in place, so the boss had effectively allowed the subbie to put himself in danger.
This is the world we live in – so think carefully about allowing mobile phones on site. They are essential these days but, whilst a necessity if you need urgent medical attention, they can also hinder safety. All Employers should consider controlling the use of mobile phones as this annoying tale shows.
