The New Compensation Act of 1906
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The New Compensation Act of 1906
" The New Compensation Act" - " Never mind Bill, we re insured!" - a pair of labourers are not unduly concerned at the blocks of stone falling on their heads, as the Workmens Compensation Act of 1906 allowed working people the right to claim for compensation for personal injury suffered during their employment. Date: 1906
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Accident Accidental Blocks Breaking Breaks Builder Builders Collapse Collapsed Compensation Crane Employment Falling Falls Hands Hitting Injury Labourer Labourers Legislation Satisfied Shaking Workman Workmen Workmens Rights Shatter
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The New Compensation Act of 1906: "Never mind Bill, we're insured!" This evocative photograph captures a moment of calm resilience amidst the chaos of a construction site in 1906. Two laborers, identified as Bill and an unnamed colleague, remain unperturbed as blocks of stone rain down around them. The cause of their nonchalance? The recently passed Workmen's Compensation Act of 1906. Before this groundbreaking legislation, workers had little recourse when they suffered injuries on the job. But with the New Compensation Act, working people were granted the right to claim for compensation for personal injuries sustained during their employment. This shift in labor rights was a game-changer, providing a safety net for the working class and reducing their financial burden in the event of an accident. The scene unfolds at a Scottish building site, where a crane's load of stones has inexplicably given way. The falling blocks shatter and break, some coming dangerously close to hitting the laborers' heads. Despite the imminent danger, the pair remains unfazed, their hands casually in their pockets, and their expressions conveying a sense of satisfaction. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the cultural significance of the New Compensation Act and the profound impact it had on the lives of working people. The Act's passage marked a turning point in labor history, paving the way for further advances in workers' rights and safety regulations. Today, we take for granted the protections afforded to us in the workplace, but this image serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles and sacrifices that came before.
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