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Manufacturing Insurance

General Liability Insurance
for Manufacturing

Visitors, delivery drivers, vendors, and contractors regularly enter your facility — and your products reach customers far beyond your walls. General liability covers third-party bodily injury and property damage claims that arise from your operations and premises.

Industry-Specific Insight

Why Manufacturing Businesses Need General Liability Insurance

Visitors, delivery drivers, vendors, and contractors regularly enter your facility — and your products reach customers far beyond your walls. General liability covers third-party bodily injury and property damage claims that arise from your operations and premises.

Coverage Details

What General Liability Insurance Covers

Key protections included in a general liability policy for manufacturing operations.

Bodily injury claims — a customer injured on your premises
Property damage claims — damage you cause to a client's property
Advertising injury claims — copyright infringement or misleading statements in your marketing
Legal defense costs even when a claim turns out to be unfounded
Products and completed operations coverage for claims after a job is finished

FAQs

Common Questions from Manufacturing Businesses

If a vendor is injured at my plant, does my general liability cover it?

Yes. Third-party bodily injury on your premises is covered by general liability, including injuries to vendors, delivery drivers, and contractors.

Does general liability cover property damage I cause to customers?

Yes. If your operations or products damage a customer's property, general liability (and product liability) would respond to that claim.

How much general liability coverage do I need?

Common options range from $500,000 to $2 million per occurrence, with higher aggregate limits available. Requirements vary by industry and client contracts. A licensed agent can discuss what's appropriate for your business size and risk.

Does general liability cover my employees?

No — employee injuries are covered by workers compensation, not general liability. GL focuses on third-party claims from customers, vendors, and the public.

Complete Coverage

Other Coverages Manufacturing Businesses Commonly Need

A complete protection plan for manufacturing operations typically includes several complementary coverages.

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Manufacturing · General Liability

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