0042 Class Code

Choosing the Right Classcode: A Guide to Distinguishing Tree Trimming from Landscape Work

Author, Rory Anderson, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Many tree care companies perform work that could be classified as “landscape gardening.” The risk and exposure associated with this class code is minimal compared to those associated with tree trimming. Without the additional tree care exposure, landscape gardening workers’ compensation insurance rates are significantly lower than tree trimming rates. Common questions we receive from our tree care clients are…

2019 Expected Loss Rates Published in California’s Updated Regulatory Filing – X-MOD Impact Inevitable for 0042 Class Code

Author, Drew Garcia, Vice President, Landscape Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

The 2019 Expected Loss Rate (ELR) for Landscaping class code 0042 was recently published at a 15% decrease or $2.97.

The ELR is the factor used to anticipate a class code’s claim cost per $100 for the experience rating period. It is not to be confused with the Pure Premium Rate (PPR). The ELR differs from the PPR in that the ELR simply measures the basic claim cost for a class code without including loss adjustment expense, excess loss load (capped at $175,000 for X-MOD purposes), and loss development.