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Employers Liability

As an employer, you are responsible for the health and safety of your employees while they are at work…

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If you employ one or more people, it is a legal requirement for you to have a minimum of £5m employers liability insurance cover. If you employ staff and don’t take out employers liability insurance, you risk a £2,500 fine for each day you do not have it.

Employers liability insurance will cover claims from individuals who’ve been injured or become seriously ill as a result of working for you.  The mixture of clerical and manual staff will affect employers liability insurance.  This includes employees, contractors, casual workers or temporary staff,  although not immediate members of your family who work for you.

Good health and safety practices are a great first defence, reducing the chance of accidents and illness. So make sure you know the regulations for your industry and carry out regular risk assessments with your employees to help reduce your risk.

Remember, some illnesses take time to manifest and show symptoms. So it’s possible that a former employee may claim compensation, perhaps a long time after they’ve stopped working for you. Employers’ liability insurance can cover this, but you must keep on file all documentation related to your insurance, even if it’s expired.

Main policy features *

  • Injury or illness covered up to £10m for any one event including costs
  • Injury or illness resulting from terrorism covered up to £5m for any one event including costs
  • Cover for self-employed persons, voluntary workers, work experience and training scheme persons
  • Cover can be considered for UK-based employees on a worldwide basis, for temporary visits.

Typical exclusions include:

  • Bodily injury to any employee carried in or on a vehicle whilst being used on a road, terrorism and asbestos.

*  This information is a general guide only.  Adler Fairways will assess your requirements and recommend a bespoke range of insurance solutions to meet your needs.  As part of the quotation process, we will provide full details of the specific coverage, benefits, limits, premiums, exclusions, excesses payable, and any other policy conditions that would apply to the insurance we recommend for you.  We currently only offer cover to businesses registered in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.

Words from our clients…

Shannonside Civil Engineering Ltd

"Over the last eight years we have continued to renew our cover through Adler Fairways, we consider them a partner of our wider business on the growth trajectory to being a 100 million pound business. Having guided us from a small start up to where we are today, their guidance and level of experience have been invaluable in ensuring we are covered in all aspects of our liabilities. This has allowed us to focus on growth and margins. Thank you Adler Fairways as we move forward together into the future." Shannonside Civil Engineering

John Hall, Director, West Midlands Fasteners

"Adler Fairways have taken care of our insurance needs for many years, during which time we have built a strong relationship. We have come to depend on their expertise and know we can always rely on them." West Midlands Fasteners

Faisal Ravat, Managing Director, E&S Motors Ltd

"We transferred our insurance to Adler Fairways Insurance Brokers in 2023, when they offered us a much more complete and competitive premium than our current brokers. The team took the time to understand our business and future needs; we have continued to receive excellent service from them, and have been impressed with their care, and attention to detail. What is key for our business is the advice that is given when needed, and the robust claims management internally which has helped manage our premiums for a traditionally difficult to insure niche sector of the motor trade." E&S Motors

Frank Ryan, Director, Reirse Ryan Ltd

"We have been with Adler Fairways for a number of years now and remain with them for the personal service we receive together with commercially competitive premiums and the knowledge that when a claim does arise, professional assistance is always to hand." Reirce Ryan

Gerald Doble, Director, G A Doble

"The Adler Fairways team has looked after our insurance portfolio for several years now and have provided excellent service throughout. Our annual renewal reviews are always conducted in good time ahead of renewal with all our questions answered and we are extremely impressed with the renewal proposals received. Prior to moving our business to Adler Fairways, we had not received a proper review for several years. The team were instrumental in making sure our insurance was arranged on the correct basis and have also been able to save us money on our premiums over the years. It is clear that they have our best interests at heart, both from an insurance cover and premium perspective. Whenever we have a query or need to make a change to our policies, it is dealt with efficiently and professionally. We can’t fault them on their reliability and excellent personal service".

John Dyke, Central Scaffold Walsall Ltd

"As a scaffold company operating within the construction industry, it is crucial for us to have a reliable and experienced insurance broker by our side. Adler Fairways has been a trusted partner to us for over 15 years and we couldn’t be more satisfied with their exceptional service. From the beginning, they demonstrated a deep understanding of the unique risks we face as a scaffold business and worked with us to ensure we’re always fully protected onsite. We have peace of mind in their ability to source comprehensive, industry-specific coverage at competitive rates which is a huge benefit to our operations. The fact that Adler Fairways is a Chartered insurance brokerage also demonstrates their ongoing commitment within their profession." Central Scaffold Walsall

Ocean Outdoors

"The Adler Fairways team has been an invaluable partner to our digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising business, particularly during times when we needed their support, expertise and advice. Their exceptional responsiveness and commitment have truly set them apart. In our industry, where we manage a network of digital displays and complex advertising campaigns, the risk landscape is unique and often unpredictable. Whether it’s damage to equipment, public liability, motor or unforeseen technical issues, Adler Fairways has consistently provided us with bespoke insurance policies that give us confidence in our coverage. Whatever our needs are, Adler Fairways are always there to guide us every step of the way and the team handles everything with remarkable efficiency, providing clear communication and expert advice throughout the process. The personal touch and attention to detail they always provide makes sometimes stressful situations much easier to navigate." Outdoor Ocean