Store - Wholesale Grocery
Florida Workers' Compensation Class Code 8279 • FWCJUA / NCCI • Effective 2025-01-01
Current Rate
$1.35
per $100 of payroll
FWCJUA / NCCI 2025-01-01
What is Class Code 8279?
Class code 8279 covers wholesale grocery warehouse employees, including order pickers, forklift operators, receiving clerks, and delivery drivers at food distribution centers. Florida's large food service industry and growing population make wholesale grocery distribution a major employer. Hazards include cold storage exposure, heavy lifting, forklift operations, and vehicle accidents during delivery.
Who is Covered Under This Code?
Wholesale grocery warehouse workers, order pickers, forklift operators, delivery drivers, and receiving clerks at food distribution centers.
Tips to Reduce Your Premium
- Cold storage workers need cold stress prevention programs and appropriate PPE
- Forklift certification and safety programs reduce the most common severe injury type
- Delivery driver MVR screening and vehicle safety programs are critical
- Ergonomic programs for order pickers reduce repetitive motion and back injury claims
Common Claim Scenarios
Back strains from heavy lifting, forklift accidents, slip-and-fall injuries on wet warehouse floors, and vehicle accidents during delivery are common claim types.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is workers comp class code 8279?
Class code 8279 covers wholesale grocery warehouse employees, including order pickers, forklift operators, receiving clerks, and delivery drivers at food distribution centers. Florida's large food service industry and growing population make wholesale grocery distribution a major employer. Hazards include cold storage exposure, heavy lifting, forklift operations, and vehicle accidents during delivery.
What is the workers comp rate for class code 8279 in Florida?
The current workers' compensation rate for class code 8279 in Florida is $1.35 per $100 of payroll, as set by FWCJUA / NCCI effective 2025-01-01. Your actual premium will also depend on your experience modification factor (EMR) and the carrier you choose.
Who is covered under class code 8279?
Wholesale grocery warehouse workers, order pickers, forklift operators, delivery drivers, and receiving clerks at food distribution centers.
How can I reduce my workers comp premium for class code 8279 in Florida?
Cold storage workers need cold stress prevention programs and appropriate PPE Forklift certification and safety programs reduce the most common severe injury type Delivery driver MVR screening and vehicle safety programs are critical Ergonomic programs for order pickers reduce repetitive motion and back injury claims
Do I need workers comp insurance for employees classified under code 8279 in Florida?
Yes. Florida requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Class code 8279 employees must be covered. Penalties for non-compliance in Florida can be severe, including stop-work orders and fines. Contact Bright Coast Insurance at (239) 323-0785 for a fast, competitive quote.
Rates shown are advisory loss costs or assigned risk rates as of the effective date listed. Your actual workers' compensation premium will depend on your specific payroll, experience modification factor (EMR), carrier selection, and other underwriting factors. Contact Bright Coast Insurance for an accurate quote tailored to your business.
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Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 8279
- State
- Florida
- Rate per $100
- $1.35
- Rating Org
- FWCJUA / NCCI
- Effective
- 2025-01-01
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