Every year workers across England and Wales suffer life-changing injuries because of unsafe work equipment. These accidents can be devastating especially when they lead to amputation injuries.
At Harris Fowler Solicitors, we specialise in helping people who have suffered serious injuries at work due to faulty or dangerous equipment. If your employer failed to maintain equipment, ignored safety procedures, or did not provide the right training, you may be entitled to personal injury compensation for your workplace amputation.
Unsafe Work Equipment: A Leading Cause of Workplace Amputations
Accidents at work caused by unsafe machinery are some of the most serious and preventable workplace incidents. Common examples include:
- Faulty machinery or tools that have not been properly maintained.
- Missing or broken safety guards on cutting, crushing, or rotating equipment.
- Malfunctioning emergency stop buttons or sensors.
- Inadequate safety inspections or failure to repair known faults.
- Insufficient training in the safe use of machinery or equipment.
- Lack of protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves or guards.
Employers are legally required under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) to ensure that all work equipment is safe to use, properly maintained, and suitable for the job. If your employer has failed in this duty, then you may be entitled to compensation.
Your Employer’s Legal Duty of Care
Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, your employer must take all reasonable steps to keep you safe at work. This includes:
- Regular maintenance and safety checks on all machinery
- Providing adequate training before equipment is used
- Ensuring machinery is fitted with appropriate safety guards
- Carrying out risk assessments and following health and safety regulations
If your employer did not meet these obligations and you suffered an amputation injury, you may be able to make a claim for compensation. Even if you believe you were partly at fault, you could still recover damages if unsafe equipment contributed to the accident.
The Impact of an Amputation Caused by Unsafe Machinery
The consequences of an amputation at work extend far beyond the physical loss. Victims often face:
- Ongoing medical treatment, prosthetics, and rehabilitation
- Loss of income and future earning capacity
- Psychological trauma and reduced independence
- The need for home adaptations and mobility support
At Harris Fowler, we understand that your recovery is about more than compensation, it’s about rebuilding your life. In addition to compensation for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity, our solicitors will ensure your claim covers every aspect of your injury, including future care costs and emotional suffering.
Making a Personal Injury Claim for Unsafe Work Equipment
To make a successful unsafe work equipment claim, you’ll need to show that your employer or another party was negligent. Our specialist solicitors can help to:
- Investigate the accident, including maintenance records and safety reports
- Gather witness statements and expert evidence to prove liability
- Obtain medical assessments to understand the full extent of your injuries
- Calculate compensation for pain, suffering, loss of earnings, and rehabilitation
- And in certain instance we can help secure interim payments where possible, helping you access medical treatment and rehabilitation support while your claim is ongoing.
Why Choose Harris Fowler Solicitors
With decades of experience in serious workplace injury claims, Harris Fowler has helped many clients who have lost limbs due to unsafe or defective work equipment. We’re proud of our reputation for combining legal expertise with compassionate client care and do so on a No Win No Fee basis.
Contact us today to organise a free telephone appointment with one of our legal claims advisors: we can provide you an initial, no- obligation legal assessment at no cost to you.
If you’ve suffered an amputation or serious injury caused by unsafe work equipment, contact Harris Fowler today for expert legal advice.
📞 Call our specialist team on 0800 213 214
