New Compensation Act - 1906 - Gardener takes a fall
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New Compensation Act - 1906 - Gardener takes a fall
" The New Compensation Act" - " I ken see a life of ease for me!" - a Scottish Gardener is not unduly concerned at his tumble off a ladder and into the greenhouse, 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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The New Compensation Act - 1906: "I ken see a life of ease for me!" - A Scottish Gardener's Unconcerned Reaction to His Fall in the Greenhouse This evocative photograph captures the moment of a Scottish gardener's unexpected tumble from a ladder inside a greenhouse. The man, dressed in typical gardening attire, appears untroubled by his fall, as he reaches out to grasp the shattered remains of a pane of glass. The scene is a poignant reminder of the significant impact of the Workmen's Compensation Act of 1906, which granted working people the right to claim for compensation for personal injuries sustained during their employment. The red shards of glass, scattered across the floor, bear witness to the accident that just occurred. The gardener's shears lie discarded nearby, a testament to the momentary distraction that led to his fall. The ladder, leaning precariously against the greenhouse wall, adds to the sense of unease, as one cannot help but wonder about the potential consequences of such an accident in an earlier era. The passage of the New Compensation Act in 1906 marked a turning point in the history of labor rights. Workers, for the first time, were granted a measure of protection against the financial hardships that often accompanied workplace injuries. The act provided a sense of security and peace of mind, allowing the gardener, and countless others like him, to face the risks of their daily labor with a newfound confidence. As the gardener gathers his wits and prepares to continue his work, one can almost hear him muttering to himself, "I ken see a life of ease for me!" - a testament to the transformative power of this groundbreaking legislation.
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