Work safety around any types of vehicles is always important as accidents occur and the consequences can be catastrophic. Despite the obvious traumatic consequences of fatal accidents, business owners face severe fines. Regrettably a tragic accident resulted in the death of a Sydney man yesterday. The 30 year old man working in a Horsley Road, Milperra, facility was fatally injured after being hit in the head by a large magnet that was attached to a crane. NSW WorkCover inspectors attended the site and have launched an investigation.
| Workers Compensation Safety Reminder – Cranes, Forklifts & Machinery | Although most companies have safety systems and procedures in place, unfortunately tragic events like this act as an important reminder in raising awareness with our partners, clients and their staff in the hope similar tragic accidents can be avoided.
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Man, 30, dies after being struck by a crane
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Source: Sydney Morning Herald