Liability for chimney sweeping | Legal advice centre

Questioner

Who pays for the medical expenses or who is liable if a chimney sweep falls from my roof during the job? He climbs onto the roof via the skylight and no (special) safety measures have been taken.

Lawyer

In general, the company of the chimney sweep is liable for this. This liability depends, among other things, on whether the chimney sweep can be seriously blamed or at least attributed to him as a result of which he falls. Safety measures must be taken by him (the company).

Questioner

Thank you for your quick, clear and useful answer. Do you also know what safety measures should be taken by the company? Yours sincerely

Lawyer

Don't mention it! For example, you could consider special footwear to reduce grip and, depending on the situation and circumstances, safety belts.