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Workers' Comp Coverage for woodworking Businesses
Wood product can be difficult risks to ensure. Many carriers don't offer coverage for the industry. We've been helping business owners find easy and affordable coverage for over 15 years. Our experts understand the underwriting requirements from the insurance companies and we know how to negotiate the lowest rates on coverage. That's why we've developed wood products programs designed to help you get the best rates and most flexible payment options.
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Workers' Compensation Codes Related to Wood Products
Employees are grouped into classification codes based on their job duties and work functions. The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) currently utilizes nearly 800 class codes to help insurance companies and agents categorize employees for rating purposes. Insurance companies set a base manual rate for each class code in order to begin pricing a policy.
Properly classifying workers is an important part of the quote process. Mis-classified employees can cost small businesses thousands of dollars. You could end up paying too much for coverage or owing more money after an annual audit.
Class Code 2710 | Sawmill
Sawmills are engaged in sawing dimension lumber, boards, beams, timbers, shakes and related items. The may plane rough lumber to achieve uniformity in size.
Class Code 2714 | Veneer Manufacturing
Companies that manufacture softwood veneer and soft plywood products.
Class Code 2735 | Furniture Stock Manufacturing
This class encompasses businesses that manufacture various wood products for furniture. Completed products could includes table legs, chair parts, bed panels and related items. These products are typically made and shipped unfinished and unassembled. Equipment utilized to make products typically include ripsaws, cutting saws, planers and jointers.
Class Code 2759 | Pallet Manufacturing
Companies engaged in manufacturing wood pallets, wood box shook, wood boxes, other wood containers, and wood parts for pallets and containers.
Class Code 2802 | Carpentry- Shop- Trusses and Assembled Millwork
Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing millwork. This class includes decorative wood molding, plaining mills, wood flooring mfg, wood shutters and similar wood products. Wood door and windows are included under this class code
Class Code 2883 | Wood Furniture Manufacturing and Cabinet Shop
Companies engaged in furniture MFG, cabinet MFG, wood furniture MFG and Piano Cases.
Class Code 2881 | Wood Sign Manufacturing
Companies that manufacture wood signs without the use of power machinery or without painting the signs.
Alternative State Class Codes for Wood Products:
Sometimes a state will deviate from the industry class code recommended by NCCI. Instead of the NCCI code, they may require the utilization of a state specific class code for certain business segments.
Class Code | State |
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2731 | Sawmill and Shingle Manufacturing | Michigan |
301 | Sawmill | Delaware / Pennsylvania |
305 | Pallet Manufacturing | Delaware / Pennsylvania |
2757 | Pallet-Box Manufacturing | California |
2802 | Pallet Manufacturing | Texas |
2812 | Furniture Manufacturing | California |
Synonyms: saw mill, chipper mill, shake shingle mill, box manufacturer, pallet manufacturing, wood barrels, jewelry box,, cigar boxes, crates, wood parts, carpentry shop, millwork, wood shop, ornamental woodworking, wood flooring, cabinet maker, sign manufacturer, furniture manufacturer.
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Get the Best Insurance for Woodworking Businesses
A lot of small woodworking businesses are overpaying for insurance coverage because their agent does not have access to the lowest cost insurance companies. Other business owners are using installment plans based on estimated payroll that doesn't adjust as payroll fluctuates. We help our customers find the best insurance rates for each unique state and type of business. Our Pay As You Go payment plans will improve your business cash flow. We work with new business owners and companies with higher EMR Ratings. We've been writing wood product insurance since 2005.
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What Does Workers' Comp Cover?
Workers' comp coverage protects employees when injured. It makes good financial sense for both parties.
- Loss of income for employees unable to perform job duties
- Medical expenses for employees injured on the job
- Retraining expenses for employees unable to return
- Permanent injury or disability for lasting injuries
- Survivor benefits if employees are killed on the job
Coverage does not protect employers from everything. Sometimes employees and employers can be negligent.
- Injuries resulting from a violation of the law
- Incidents resulting from employees' use fo drugs or alcohol
- Injuries that did not occur in connection with the job
- Clear company policy violations
- Injuries that did not occur in connection with the job
Lower Your Wood Products Insurance Costs
The cost of business insurance has been increasing for small businesses. General liability and workers' comp insurance have been the major cause of the increase in the cost of coverage. We've partnered with our insurance companies to provide more affordable commercial insurance solutions for our customers. Ask about our package insurance options for woodworkers:
Workers' Compensation and Employers Liability
Wood Products Liability Insurance
Commercial and Personal Property
Umbrella Liability and more
Not all lines of insurance coverage or all class codes will be available in all states. Contact one of our workers' comp Specialists for program details on general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Start a quote online or give one of our specialists a call at 888-611-7467.
How Much Does Woodworking Insurance Cost?
The average rate our customers pay for workers' compensation under these class codes is around $3.35 per $100 of payroll. The average cost for a general liability insurance policy is about $2,400.00.
Workers' Comp Costs
- Work Comp is priced based on payroll
- Your state and EMR Rating will affect your cost
- The type of wood products can modify rates
- Premium discounts and policy credits may apply
General Liability Costs
- GL rates are based on sales (rated per $1000)
- Gross revenue may affect pricing
- The type of work done matters to underwriters
- Prior clams and years in business affect pricing
- SIC codes vary by industry
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- Business details, locations, FEIN or SSN
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