Workers Compensation

Workers Compensation for Hot Shops & Glassblowing Studios

Glassblowing is one of the most physically intense and hazardous artisan crafts. Molten glass at 2,000°F+, open gas furnaces, heavy glass gathers, and the physical demands of blowing and shaping — your employees deserve protection, and most states require it by law.

Hot Shop Occupational Hazards Covered

Burn injuries from molten glass contact
Flash burns from furnace radiation
Chemical exposure from colorants and minerals
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke
Eye injuries from radiant heat
Musculoskeletal injuries from blowing and lifting
Cuts from broken glass
Respiratory issues from metal oxide fumes

Are my student workers or apprentices covered?

If you pay students a wage (W-2), they need to be covered under workers comp. Unpaid apprentices or volunteers are not covered under workers comp — they'd fall under your general liability if injured.

How are workers comp premiums calculated for hot shops?

Premiums are based on your total payroll and your employee classification code. Hot shop workers are classified under a specific artisan/manufacturing code that accounts for the elevated burn risk. We'll identify the right classification to ensure you're correctly rated.

Get a Workers Comp Quote

Tell us your payroll and employee count. We'll classify correctly for hot shop work.

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