What classification codes and workers’ compensation rates apply to employees in landscaping businesses?
In Florida, there are three classification codes that could apply to landscaping businesses depending on the type of landscaping work that is done. You can read more about these Florida workers’ compensation codes below: 0042 – This classification code is applied to businesses that are primarily engaged in installing landscapes. The classification includes planning, clearing, grading and planting necessary for landscaping operations. It also includes the installation of sod. The clearing and grading done by these insureds is of the fine type necessary for finishing operations and does not result in changes to the contour of the land. This classification cannot be used in Florida along with the class code 9102 unless the operations are conducted as a separate and distinct business. The Florida rate for this classification in 2007 was 10.67 and in 2008 it is now 8.70 dollars for every 100 dollars of remuneration. 9102 – This classification code is assigned to insureds engaged in the lawn
