Store - Grocery Retail
South Carolina Workers' Compensation Class Code 8006 • NCCI • Effective 2025-01-01
Current Rate
$1.35
per $100 of payroll
NCCI 2025-01-01
What is Class Code 8006?
Class code 8006 covers grocery store retail operations, including supermarkets, food stores, and grocery departments within larger retail establishments. Work involves stocking shelves, operating registers, managing produce and deli departments, and receiving deliveries. Hazards include slip-and-fall injuries from spills, musculoskeletal strain from stocking and lifting, and cuts in meat and deli departments.
Who is Covered Under This Code?
Cashiers, stock clerks, produce workers, deli workers, and store managers.
Tips to Reduce Your Premium
- Slip-and-fall prevention programs including spill response protocols are critical
- Ergonomic lifting programs reduce back injury claims for stocking operations
- Separate meat cutting operations under a higher-rated code if applicable
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is workers comp class code 8006?
Class code 8006 covers grocery store retail operations, including supermarkets, food stores, and grocery departments within larger retail establishments. Work involves stocking shelves, operating registers, managing produce and deli departments, and receiving deliveries. Hazards include slip-and-fall injuries from spills, musculoskeletal strain from stocking and lifting, and cuts in meat and deli departments.
What is the workers comp rate for class code 8006 in South Carolina?
The current workers' compensation rate for class code 8006 in South Carolina is $1.35 per $100 of payroll, as set by 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 8006?
Cashiers, stock clerks, produce workers, deli workers, and store managers.
How can I reduce my workers comp premium for class code 8006 in South Carolina?
Slip-and-fall prevention programs including spill response protocols are critical Ergonomic lifting programs reduce back injury claims for stocking operations Separate meat cutting operations under a higher-rated code if applicable
Do I need workers comp insurance for employees classified under code 8006 in South Carolina?
Yes. South Carolina requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Class code 8006 employees must be covered. Penalties for non-compliance in South Carolina 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
- 8006
- State
- South Carolina
- Rate per $100
- $1.35
- Rating Org
- NCCI
- Effective
- 2025-01-01
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