Foundry - Iron or Steel
Florida Workers' Compensation Class Code 1430 • FWCJUA / NCCI • Effective 2025-01-01
Current Rate
$4.10
per $100 of payroll
FWCJUA / NCCI 2025-01-01
What is Class Code 1430?
Class code 1430 covers iron and steel foundry operations where molten metal is poured into molds to create castings. Work involves melting metal in furnaces, preparing molds, pouring molten metal, shakeout (removing castings from molds), and finishing operations. Foundry work is physically demanding and involves significant hazards including burns from molten metal, heat stress, silica dust from sand molds, heavy lifting, and noise.
Who is Covered Under This Code?
Foundry workers, molders, coremakers, pourers, shakeout workers, grinders, and maintenance employees.
Tips to Reduce Your Premium
- Silica dust control is a major health and regulatory concern in foundry operations
- Molten metal handling and PPE protocols are life-safety critical
- Heat illness prevention programs are essential in foundry environments
- Separate any office or clerical employees under code 8810
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is workers comp class code 1430?
Class code 1430 covers iron and steel foundry operations where molten metal is poured into molds to create castings. Work involves melting metal in furnaces, preparing molds, pouring molten metal, shakeout (removing castings from molds), and finishing operations. Foundry work is physically demanding and involves significant hazards including burns from molten metal, heat stress, silica dust from sand molds, heavy lifting, and noise.
What is the workers comp rate for class code 1430 in Florida?
The current workers' compensation rate for class code 1430 in Florida is $4.10 per $100 of payroll, as set by FWCJUA / NCCI effective 2025-01-01. Your actual premium will also depend on your experience modification factor (EMR) and the carrier you choose.
Who is covered under class code 1430?
Foundry workers, molders, coremakers, pourers, shakeout workers, grinders, and maintenance employees.
How can I reduce my workers comp premium for class code 1430 in Florida?
Silica dust control is a major health and regulatory concern in foundry operations Molten metal handling and PPE protocols are life-safety critical Heat illness prevention programs are essential in foundry environments Separate any office or clerical employees under code 8810
Do I need workers comp insurance for employees classified under code 1430 in Florida?
Yes. Florida requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Class code 1430 employees must be covered. Penalties for non-compliance in Florida can be severe, including stop-work orders and fines. Contact Bright Coast Insurance at (239) 228-8029 for a fast, competitive quote.
Rates shown are advisory loss costs or assigned risk rates as of the effective date listed. Your actual workers' compensation premium will depend on your specific payroll, experience modification factor (EMR), carrier selection, and other underwriting factors. Contact Bright Coast Insurance for an accurate quote tailored to your business.
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Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 1430
- State
- Florida
- Rate per $100
- $4.10
- Rating Org
- FWCJUA / NCCI
- Effective
- 2025-01-01
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