£30,000 in damages for slip at work

A man has received £30,000 in damages following a slip on a step at an industrial lubricant manufacturer. The floor had not been treated with anti-slip covering despite the nature of the factory’s work. He hit his left knee as he fell, causing pre-existing osteoarthritis to worsen in both knees 10 years early. He has been moved from his job as a blender and is instead working in the packing department which has meant a pay cut. The company admitted liability and settled the claim out of court.