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Jacob
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Are you reliable when it comes to being on the job as an electrical power line installer?
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Shay Marshall, MS
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It sounds like you're asking if you could be held responsible for accidents or mistakes. That's a great question, especially since this job can be quite risky!
The simple answer is: No, you usually won't be personally responsible for paying if something goes wrong. The big company you work for handles those risks.
Here's how it works:
1. If You Get Hurt
Working with power lines is very dangerous. If you follow safety rules and still get injured, there's a system called Workers’ Compensation to help you.
You're Protected: Workers’ Comp is like insurance your company pays for. It covers your medical bills and some lost wages, no matter who caused the accident, even if it was your mistake.
The Company Pays: You don't need to sue your employer. You just file a claim, and the company's insurance takes care of it. Once you accept Workers' Comp, you can't sue your employer for negligence.
2. If You Cause Damage
What if you make a mistake, like dropping a tool on a car or connecting a wire wrong and causing a fire?
The Company Is Responsible: When you're working, the law usually says your employer is responsible for what you do. This means they take the blame.
Company Insurance Covers It: If there's a lawsuit, it's against the utility company or contractor, not you. They have insurance for these situations, so you don't have to worry about paying for damages.
3. When You Might Get into Trouble
While the company covers you financially, there are rare times you could face serious issues, but not usually personal lawsuits:
Ignoring Safety Rules: If you keep ignoring important safety rules on purpose and someone gets hurt, your employer might fire you, and you could lose your certification.
Serious Misconduct: If you do something really bad, like trying to harm someone or being very careless, you could face criminal charges or a personal lawsuit. But this is very rare.
In short, as a power line installer, focus on safety for yourself and your team. Your employer covers most financial risks, so following safety rules is not just smart—it's essential for keeping you and your company legally safe.
The simple answer is: No, you usually won't be personally responsible for paying if something goes wrong. The big company you work for handles those risks.
Here's how it works:
1. If You Get Hurt
Working with power lines is very dangerous. If you follow safety rules and still get injured, there's a system called Workers’ Compensation to help you.
You're Protected: Workers’ Comp is like insurance your company pays for. It covers your medical bills and some lost wages, no matter who caused the accident, even if it was your mistake.
The Company Pays: You don't need to sue your employer. You just file a claim, and the company's insurance takes care of it. Once you accept Workers' Comp, you can't sue your employer for negligence.
2. If You Cause Damage
What if you make a mistake, like dropping a tool on a car or connecting a wire wrong and causing a fire?
The Company Is Responsible: When you're working, the law usually says your employer is responsible for what you do. This means they take the blame.
Company Insurance Covers It: If there's a lawsuit, it's against the utility company or contractor, not you. They have insurance for these situations, so you don't have to worry about paying for damages.
3. When You Might Get into Trouble
While the company covers you financially, there are rare times you could face serious issues, but not usually personal lawsuits:
Ignoring Safety Rules: If you keep ignoring important safety rules on purpose and someone gets hurt, your employer might fire you, and you could lose your certification.
Serious Misconduct: If you do something really bad, like trying to harm someone or being very careless, you could face criminal charges or a personal lawsuit. But this is very rare.
In short, as a power line installer, focus on safety for yourself and your team. Your employer covers most financial risks, so following safety rules is not just smart—it's essential for keeping you and your company legally safe.