2014 Hourly Wage Threshold Increases

The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau (WCIRB) has just released the 2014 filings and there are some changes that may impact your business. Effective with your 2014 renewal, the following hourly wage thresholds have been increased. These changes could directly affect your overall premium cost so please review the table below for the potential impact to your company.

Classification Code Description 2014 Wage Threshold 2013 Wage Threshold
5183/5187 Plumbing / Refrigeration Equipment $26.00 $24.00
5190/5140 Electrical Wiring $30.00 $28.00
5484/5485 Plastering/Stucco Work $27.00 $25.00
5538/5542 Sheet Metal Work $27.00 $25.00
6218/6220 Grading/Excavation $30.00 $26.00
6307/6308 Sewer Construction $30.00 $26.00
6315/6316 Water/Gas Mains $30.00 $26.00

Please feel free to give your broker a call should you wish to discuss these changes and their impact to you in greater detail.