What are the class codes and workers compensation rates for employees doing carpentry?
There are five classification codes used for the workers comepnsation of carpentry businesses in Florida: 2802 – This classification is applicable to businesses whose operations consist of the manufacture and/or assembly of wood products in a shop. The products manufactured typically will not require a high degree of finishing work. If an insured engages in both carpentry shop and installation/erection operations, separate classifications may apply to each type of exposure. For example, preliminary shop carpentry performed by contractors in connection with the building of private residences may be assigned to Code 2802 while the actual building of the dwelling may be assigned to a carpentry construction classification such as Code 5645. Refer to the Basic Manual for rules governing this type of situation as well as the necessary record keeping requirements.The Florida rate for this classification in 2007 was 11.75 and in 2008 it is now 8.15 dollars for every 100 dollars of remuneration
