The impact of workplace incidents and fatalities can be devastating to families, workplaces and communities. The following postings are intended to raise awareness of workplace hazards, fatal incidents and occupational health and safety resources to help prevent similar incidents from occurring.
The incidents and fatalities listed have occurred in regulated workplaces. Please note that at the time of publishing on this page, serious injuries and fatalities may still be under investigation and therefore no conclusions have been made as to root causes. These postings are developed with the intention of safeguarding the privacy of those involved and the integrity of accident investigations and possible legal proceedings.
Nature of injury: Soft tissue injuries
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Labourer
Date: August 14, 2023
Description: Worker fell off the truss system causing a leg injury.
Nature of injury: Fracture(s)
Industry: Transportation
Job Type: Driver
Date: August 9, 2023
Description: Worker was loading a scissor lift onto a flat bed when the lift tipped over and fell on the worker.
Nature of injury: Fracture(s)
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Labourer
Date: August 6, 2023
Description: Worker suffered wrist and forehead injuries after falling from a third floor patio onto a second floor patio.
Nature of injury: Fracture(s)
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Carpenter
Date: July 21, 2023
Description: Worker suffered multiple fractures after falling 16.5 feet from the top of a garage.
Nature of injury: Bruises and contusions
Industry: Retail and wholesale
Job Type: Maintenance worker
Date: July 20, 2023
Description: Worker was mowing the lawn when they fell six feet off a retaining wall.
Nature of injury: Cuts and lacerations
Industry: Fish processing
Job Type: Labourer
Date: July 12, 2023
Description: Worker was cleaning a machine that was not locked out, causing their finger to get caught.
Nature of injury: No Injuries
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Demolisher
Date: June 14, 2023
Description: A catastrophic incident took place during a blasting operation, resulting in rocks being forcefully projected sideways and causing significant damage to equipment.
Nature of injury: Cuts and lacerations
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Carpenter
Date: June 13, 2023
Description: Worker received a deep laceration when they fell with a metal beam.
Nature of injury: Fracture(s)
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Labourer
Date: June 1, 2023
Description: Worker suffered a severe injury when they were struck on the shoulder by a drill, resulting in crushing damage to their spine.
Nature of injury: Concussion
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Roofer
Date: May 16, 2023
Description: Worker hit their head when they fell 3 m from a ladder jack.
