# 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 Google Business Profile: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Bright+Coast+Insurance&query_place_id=ChIJ2bHi4scRv4gRzuxlEjQ0a84 --- # Workers' Comp Class Code 9771 — Newspaper - All Employees & Drivers (SC) **Class Code:** 9771 **Description:** Newspaper - All Employees & Drivers **State:** SC **Rate:** $0.68 per $100 of payroll **Source:** NCCI (National Council on Compensation Insurance) --- ## What Is Class Code 9771? Class code 9771 covers newspaper employees including reporters, editors, press operators, delivery drivers, and administrative staff. Florida's newspaper industry still employs significant numbers of workers at major publications in Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville. Hazards vary by role — press operators face mechanical and noise hazards, delivery drivers face vehicle accident risks, and reporters face ergonomic conditions. ## Who Does Class Code 9771 Apply To? Newspaper reporters, editors, photographers, press operators, circulation staff, delivery drivers, and administrative employees. ## Florida Examples — Class Code 9771 This class code, 9771, applies to a wide range of newspaper employees across Florida, from large metropolitan dailies to smaller community weeklies. For instance, it covers the editorial, reporting, and advertising sales teams at the *South Florida Sun Sentinel* in Fort Lauderdale, managing content and client relations for a broad readership. Similarly, it encompasses the dedicated press operators and efficient delivery drivers for the *Orlando Sentinel* in Central Florida, ensuring timely distribution of news. Beyond these major players, this code is also relevant for the entire staff, including graphic designers, administrative personnel, and circulation specialists, working for independent local publications like the *Key West Citizen* or the *Gainesville Sun*. This comprehensive classification is crucial for businesses involved in the full spectrum of newspaper production and distribution, ensuring appropriate workers' compensation coverage for all their diverse roles, whether they are a major regional player or a small, family-owned weekly serving a specific Florida community. ## How to Calculate Workers' Comp Premium for Class Code 9771 **Formula:** (Annual Payroll ÷ 100) × $0.68 × Experience Modification Rate (EMR) | Annual Payroll | EMR 0.80 | EMR 1.00 | EMR 1.20 | |---|---|---|---| | $100,000 | $544 | $680 | $816 | | $250,000 | $1360 | $1700 | $2040 | | $500,000 | $2720 | $3400 | $4080 | | $1,000,000 | $5440 | $6800 | $8160 | ## Tips for Managing Class Code 9771 Workers' Comp Costs - Separate press operators under printing trade classifications if they represent significant payroll - Vehicle safety programs and MVR checks for delivery drivers reduce the primary vehicle accident exposure - Ergonomic programs for reporters and editors reduce repetitive motion claims - Hearing conservation programs for press room employees exposed to high noise levels ## Safety Recommendations for Class Code 9771 - Implement comprehensive ergonomic assessments for all office workstations, providing adjustable chairs, keyboards, and monitors to prevent musculoskeletal disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome and back strain for reporters, editors, and sales staff. - Ensure all press operators receive rigorous training on machinery safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and proper guarding, to prevent crushing injuries and entanglement with moving parts. - Establish strict driving safety policies for delivery drivers, emphasizing defensive driving techniques, regular vehicle maintenance, and avoiding distracted driving to minimize the risk of traffic accidents. - Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection for pressroom staff and non-slip footwear for delivery personnel, along with training on its correct usage, to mitigate risks of hearing loss and slips/falls. ## Get a Quote for Class Code 9771 Contact Bright Coast Insurance for a workers' comp quote for class code 9771 in SC: - **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/sc](https://brightcoastins.com/workers-comp-codes/sc) --- ## 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.*