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When does a domestic shed, garage, and carport erector need employers’ liability insurance?

If you work on domestic building projects, such as shed, garage or carport installations, then you will need certain types of insurance to make sure you are compliant and properly protected against occupational risks.

What is employers’ liability insurance?

Employers’ liability insurance is a type of insurance that safeguards against claims made by an employee or former employee who suffers injury, harm, or illness as a result of working for you.

You are legally required to have employers’ liability insurance if you have any employees, even if you only have a single worker, or if they are part-timers or trainees.

Who counts as an ‘employee’?

For the purposes of insurance, an ‘employee’ is anyone who works under a written or verbal contract of service or apprenticeship with an employer, whether it’s for manual labour, clerical work, or something else.

Care is required when working with some sub-contractors as they may be counted as ‘employees’ under the rules.

How much employers’ liability insurance do I need?

You must have at least £5 million in cover. You can be fined £2,500 for every day you don’t have it. You can also be fined if you do not display your employers’ liability certificate or refuse to make it available to inspectors when they ask.

How much will my employers’ liability insurance cost?

This will depend on a few factors, including how many employees you have. However, it is relatively quick and easy to get a quote online from an insurer.

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