A business has been charged over a gas explosion that killed a 24-year-old tradesman.
The refrigeration mechanic was killed instantly when his work van exploded in the driveway of his home. He had pressurised flammable gas cylinders in his vehicle when the accident happened.
The Northern Territory Work Health Authority alleges the company was in breach of an employer's general statutory duty of care. The charge has been laid under provisions of the Workplace Health and Safety Act that was in force at the time of the accident.
The maximum penalty for the charge is $650,000.
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Source: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-15/gas-explosion-company-charged-paddy-bird-dies/4466112?section=nt
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Worker suffers minor burns in factory fire
A worker was injured in a flash fire that caused a chemical hazard at an ink factory in Melbourne’s north.
Central District Commander Martin Braid from Melbourne Fire Brigade said crews were called to the commercial property at 4pm when the fire broke out.
Mr Baird said that the fire was extinguished quickly and posed no threat to the community or the local environment. However some of the chemical products mixed together, creating a hazardous environment. A worker received minor burns in the incident.
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Central District Commander Martin Braid from Melbourne Fire Brigade said crews were called to the commercial property at 4pm when the fire broke out.
Mr Baird said that the fire was extinguished quickly and posed no threat to the community or the local environment. However some of the chemical products mixed together, creating a hazardous environment. A worker received minor burns in the incident.
Vocam Training Videos
Workplace Fire Prevention and Response
Office Fire Prevention and Response
Fire Safety for Industry
Hazardous Chemicals: GHS Classification and Communication
E-learning Courses
Workplace Fire Prevention and Response – E-Learning
Office Fire Prevention and Response - E-Learning
Fire Safety for Industry - E-Learning
Hazardous Chemicals: GHS Classification and Communication - E-Learning
Available as part of TrainNOW. For more information, contact us or visit our website.
Source: Safety Culture.
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