Every hour of every day, people injure themselves at work through no fault of their own. This can range from slipping on oil left on the floor to injuring one's back caused by lifting heavy items for which no training has been given.
Employers are under a legal duty to ensure that stringent Health & Safety regulations are adhered to in the workplace. If your employer has failed to implement the necessary safeguards and this has resulted in you sustaining an injury or developing a disease, then you may be able to claim compensation from your employer in respect of your injury and associated losses.