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Florida Workers' Compensation Class Code 7600 • FWCJUA / NCCI • Effective 2025-01-01
Current Rate
$3.47
per $100 of payroll
FWCJUA / NCCI 2025-01-01
What is Class Code 7600?
Class code 7600 covers telephone and telegraph company operations, including installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure. Work involves climbing poles and towers, working in underground vaults, and installing customer equipment. Florida's telecommunications infrastructure supports millions of residents and businesses. Hazards include falls from heights, electrocution, and confined space entry into underground vaults.
Who is Covered Under This Code?
Telephone linemen, cable splicers, installer-repairers, and central office technicians.
Tips to Reduce Your Premium
- Fall protection is the top priority for pole and tower climbing operations
- Confined space procedures are required for underground vault work
- Separate clerical and customer service staff under code 8810
Frequently Asked Questions
What is workers comp class code 7600?
Class code 7600 covers telephone and telegraph company operations, including installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure. Work involves climbing poles and towers, working in underground vaults, and installing customer equipment. Florida's telecommunications infrastructure supports millions of residents and businesses. Hazards include falls from heights, electrocution, and confined space entry into underground vaults.
What is the workers comp rate for class code 7600 in Florida?
The current workers' compensation rate for class code 7600 in Florida is $3.47 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 7600?
Telephone linemen, cable splicers, installer-repairers, and central office technicians.
How can I reduce my workers comp premium for class code 7600 in Florida?
Fall protection is the top priority for pole and tower climbing operations Confined space procedures are required for underground vault work Separate clerical and customer service staff under code 8810
Do I need workers comp insurance for employees classified under code 7600 in Florida?
Yes. Florida requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Class code 7600 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
- 7600
- State
- Florida
- Rate per $100
- $3.47
- Rating Org
- FWCJUA / NCCI
- Effective
- 2025-01-01
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