Workers Compensation Class Codes for Landscapers

There are roughly 600 classification codes used to group employees and their payroll to compute workers compensation premiums. Each state has unique workers compensation laws and these codes are listed for Florida landscaping businesses. Most other states use the same classification system, but if your business is not located in Florida, it is best to discuss the classification codes and laws for your state.

There are 4 main classification codes used for businesses in the landscaping industry:

Lawn Maintenance Employees (Class Code 9102) - The 2010 Florida rate is 3.49 dollars for every 100 dollars of remuneration. This is a 16.9% reduction from the 2009 rate of 4.20 dollars. This classification code is assigned to employees engaged in landscape maintenance activities. if employees engage in activities described by the following class codes, then they will be assigned to those classifications

Landscape Installation Employees (Class Code 0042) - The 2010 Florida rate is 6.36 dollars. This classification is used for employees that engage in laying sod, planting bushes, or other activities associated with the construction of landscapes.

Irrigation Employees (Class Code 5183) - The 2010 Florida rate is 4.75 dollars. These employees repair or install irrigation systems in yards and gardens.

Tree Trimming Employees (Class Code 0106) - The 2010 Florida rate is 13.31 dollars, which is actually 2.7% higher than the 2009 rate of 12.95 dollars. This classification is used for employees that leave the ground on a ladder or bucket truck to trim trees of all sizes.

If you have any questions about workers' compensation insurance, or if you would like to receive comparative quotes, then please do not hesitate to contact us. At BearWise Landscapers, we focus on the unique insurance needs of the landscaping industry and look forward to continually providing practical information and other valuable insurance services to your business. We would like to help you correctly classify your employees to save insurance premiums for your Florida landscaping business.