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: 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.
Nature of injury: Amputation
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Millwright
Date: April 24, 2023
Description: Worker’s hand got caught in a lathe machine and had to be amputated below the elbow.
Nature of injury: Burns
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Pipe layer
Date: April 18, 2023
Description: While replacing a pipe component, chemical products dripped on the worker causing second- and third-degree burns.
Nature of injury: Cuts and lacerations
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Linesman
Date: March 29, 2023
Description: Worker's hand was in a machine to fix a jam when another worker turned it on.
Nature of injury: Carbon monoxide exposure
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Owner
Date: March 27, 2023
Description: Two workers were exposed to carbon monoxide while operating a gas saw in a residential basement.
