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: Crushing injury
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Operator
Date: January 22, 2019
Description: Worker's left hand was caught in the carpet lift.
Nature of injury: Amputation
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Operator
Date: January 9, 2019
Description: Worker tried to dislodge a corrugated corner protector that was struck, when the machine clamped on their finger.
Nature of injury: Fatality
Industry: Forestry
Job Type: Driver
Date: January 2, 2019
Description: Worker lost control of their vehicle while driving down a steep hill.
Nature of injury: Cuts and lacerations
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Labourer
Date: November 17, 2018
Description: A worker was struck in the face by a door that had its mechanical lock removed.
Nature of injury: Exposure to chlorine dioxide
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Labourer
Date: November 7, 2018
Description: Three plant workers were possibly exposed to chlorine dioxide.
Nature of injury: Fracture(s)
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Foreman
Date: November 2, 2018
Description: Worker’s foot got caught between a strap and a roller while trying to align the strap with their foot.
Nature of injury: Fracture(s)
Industry: Refining and smelting
Job Type: Labourer
Date: October 8, 2018
Description: Workers suffered injuries when evacuating the area after an explosion.
Nature of injury: Near miss
Industry: Transportation and warehousing
Job Type: Driver
Date: October 3, 2018
Description: Dump truck driver was driving with an elevated bed and hit the power line.
Nature of injury: Fatality
Industry: Transportation and warehousing
Job Type: Machine operator
Date: October 2, 2018
Description: Worker was crushed underneath a suspended load that was hanging from the clamp of a porter.
Nature of injury: Fracture(s)
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Labourer
Date: September 10, 2018
Description: Worker was working on the roof when they slipped and fell 19 feet to the ground.
