Do apprentices have the right to claim for work injuries?
What additional duties does an employer have to young or inexperienced workers?
MHSW Regs 1999 reg 19 — specific risk assessment for young workers; prohibition on certain hazardous work for young workers under Working Time Regulations; duty to inform parents of young persons of risk assessment
What if the apprentice was injured during a training activity?
Same duty applies — whether on employer's premises or at a training provider
What if the training provider (not the employer) caused the accident?
Training provider owes its own duty under HSWA 1974 s.3 to trainees
What is the time limit for an apprentice's claim?
Under 18 — time limit suspended until 18th birthday; then three years from 18th birthday — so effectively until 21st birthday for injuries sustained as a minor
Can you claim? Find out in four quick steps.
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Sources
- HSWA 1974
- MHSW Regs 1999 reg 19
- Working Time Regulations 1998 reg 19
- Limitation Act 1980 s.28
This guide is editorial information about UK law. It is not legal advice and does not create a solicitor–client relationship. For advice on your circumstances, speak to a regulated personal-injury solicitor.