# Bright Coast Insurance

**Florida-Licensed Independent Insurance Agency** | Florida License #L132181  
Phone: (239) 323-0785 | Email: support@brightcoastins.com  
Address: PO Box 417, Pineland, FL 33945  
Website: https://brightcoastins.com  
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# Workers' Comp Class Code 9600 — Taxidermist (FL)

**Class Code:** 9600  
**Description:** Taxidermist  
**State:** FL  
**Rate:** $1.68 per $100 of payroll  
**Source:** NCCI (National Council on Compensation Insurance)

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## What Is Class Code 9600?

Class code 9600 covers taxidermist operations, including the preservation and mounting of animal specimens for display. Work involves skinning, preserving, and mounting animals using chemicals and specialized tools. Hazards include chemical exposure from preservatives and tanning agents (including formaldehyde and arsenic in older methods), cuts from skinning tools, and biological hazards from handling animal specimens.

## Who Does Class Code 9600 Apply To?

Taxidermists and taxidermy assistants.

## How to Calculate Workers' Comp Premium for Class Code 9600

**Formula:** (Annual Payroll ÷ 100) × $1.68 × Experience Modification Rate (EMR)

| Annual Payroll | EMR 0.80 | EMR 1.00 | EMR 1.20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100,000 | $1344 | $1680 | $2016 |
| $250,000 | $3360 | $4200 | $5040 |
| $500,000 | $6720 | $8400 | $10080 |
| $1,000,000 | $13440 | $16800 | $20160 |

## Tips for Managing Class Code 9600 Workers' Comp Costs

- Chemical handling procedures are critical for preservative and tanning agent exposure
- Formaldehyde exposure monitoring may be required under OSHA standards
- Cut-resistant gloves reduce skinning tool injuries

## Get a Quote for Class Code 9600

Contact Bright Coast Insurance for a workers' comp quote for class code 9600 in FL:

- **Phone:** (239) 323-0785
- **Email:** support@brightcoastins.com
- **Online:** [Workers' Comp Calculator](https://brightcoastins.com/comp-calculator)
- **Class Code Lookup:** [https://brightcoastins.com/workers-comp-codes/fl](https://brightcoastins.com/workers-comp-codes/fl)



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## About Bright Coast Insurance

Bright Coast Insurance is a Florida-licensed independent insurance agency (Florida License #L132181) specializing in commercial insurance for Florida contractors, builders, property owners, and HOA/condo associations. As an independent agency, we represent multiple carriers including US Assure (builders risk), Employers Holdings, AmTrust Financial, and others — allowing us to find the best coverage at the most competitive rate for each client.

**Contact:** (239) 323-0785 | support@brightcoastins.com  
**Address:** PO Box 417, Pineland, FL 33945  
**Website:** https://brightcoastins.com  
**Hours:** Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM ET

*Bright Coast Insurance is an authorized FWCJUA placement agency and an authorized US Assure builders risk agency.*