Workers' Comp Insurance for Electrical Businesses in North Dakota
Electrical contractors performing wiring inside buildings use NCCI class code 5190. Outside line work uses different codes (7601). Rates are generally moderate, reflecting electrocution and fall hazards offset by strong industry safety culture in North Dakota. The North Dakota workers' compensation market is governed by WSI (state fund) — a monopolistic state fund (no private market), and the average rate statewide is approximately $0.78 per $100 of payroll.
North Dakota requirements for electrical businesses
When required: All employers must obtain coverage from Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) — the state monopolistic fund.
Sole proprietors: Sole proprietors are exempt unless they elect.
Owner / officer exclusion: Officers and LLC members may be excluded.
⚠️ North Dakota is a monopolistic state
All North Dakota workers' comp coverage must be purchased through the state fund (WSI (state fund)). Private workers' comp insurance is not available in North Dakota, but we can help with employer's liability ("stop-gap") coverage that complements the state fund.
Electrical class codes used in North Dakota
Why electrical workers' comp is tricky in North Dakota
Electricians often perform low-voltage work (security, AV, telecom) which has its own class code at lower rates (5191). Properly splitting these can save significant premium.
Tips for North Dakota electrical contractors
- ✓ Document low-voltage vs power wiring split — 5191 is much cheaper than 5190
- ✓ Maintain OSHA 10/30 training records for arc flash and lockout/tagout
- ✓ Outside line work (utility) is class 7601 — different rates
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