Campbell Soup Company is well-known for their variety of soups. They are better known as ‘Campbell’s Soups.’ As an employee of Campbell Soup, if you were hurt during your shift, would be able to afford to see a doctor? Would you be able to afford physical or occupational therapy for your injury? If you were unable to work because of being hurt, could you afford to pay for your utilities or rent? A Safety Net for Hurt Workers Did you know that your state requires, by law, most employers to have workers’ compensation insurance? Employers provide coverage at no cost to employees. If you are hurt during your shift, you should consider filing a workers’ compensation claim. Workers’ compensation can cover a variety of work related injury care and needs. Hurt workers who are unable to work due to injury may qualify to receive a portion of their lost wages. Company Profile: Campbell Soup Company Campbell Soup Company is a public held corporation. They are headquartered in Camden, New Jersey. They employ approximately 17,500 employees. Risks Faced Daily by Workers Cooks working for Campbell Soup are responsible for maintaining cooking temperatures, taste checks, inspecting machinery, and more. They face risks from exposure to sanitation chemicals that can affect vision or breathing. They also work in wet conditions that leave them at risk for slip and falls. A slip and fall can cause muscle strain, back or knee injury, or even closed head injuries. Working with the machines that cook the soup can cause severe burns. Electricians maintaining equipment face the risk of electrocution. Electrocution can cause hearing or vision impairment, loss of muscle movement, paralysis, and even death. Machine operators deal with a variety of machinery and boilers. They face the risk of burns from high temperatures. They face the risk of machine malfunction which can cause injury to shoulders, loss of limb or fingers, head injuries, and death. Hurt? What to Do Next Stop working and inform your supervisor immediately if you are hurt. Your supervisor can help minimize any risk so that your coworkers are protected. If you continue to work, your injury can become worse. You will need to complete an accident report. You should also consider filing a workers’ compensation claim. For severe injuries needing emergency medical care, call 911. A responding officer will write a report about the incident. You will be provided with a report number and directions on how to obtain a copy. You can get a list of approved workers’ compensation doctors from your manager or from Human Resources. You can see your own doctor. However, you may have to pay medical care costs out of your own pocket, so keep your receipts because workers’ compensation may be able to reimburse you for those expenses. Know Your Rights Under the Law If you have any issues getting workers’ compensation benefits, consider talking with an attorney. A qualified and experienced workers’ compensation lawyer will be able to help you through the process. Consult a lawyer before signing any documents or settlements. An experienced lawyer can help determine if you would benefit from representation. *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Campbell Soup Company, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
