Resulting from a multi-year WCIRB study on the Food and Beverage Service Industry, the recommendation to divide Classification 9079(1), Restaurants or Taverns, into six new classifications was approved. These changes go into effect for policies incepting on or after September 1, 2024.
New Food and Beverage Service Industry Group
The following six new classifications are effective September 1, 2024:
The following classifications will also be included in the Food and Beverage Service Industry Group effective September 1, 2024:
- 8078(1), Sandwich Shops
- 8078(2), Beverage Preparation Shops
- 8078(3), Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt Shops
- 9081(2), Concessionaires
- Classification Code changing from 9079(2) effective September 1, 2024
Determine Your New Classification!
Answer a few key questions about your food service business, and our online tool will help you quickly determine which of the six new food and beverage classifications applies.
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