Ex miners claim under-payment of industrial injury compensation
15Aug
A group of ex miners have submitted a claim for compensation, stating that the amount of compensation they received under a government scheme was not enough. Poor legal advice meant that some factors were not taken into account in their original payment and they are arguing that they should have been paid more. They are suffering from Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome, caused by heavy use of vibrating tools and machinery, which can affect the individual’s ability to do everyday tasks. Employers have a responsibility to protect their workers from over-exposure to vibration through regular breaks and protective clothing, including gloves.