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Fatal Incident at Timber Yard: Worker Struck by Log in February 2023

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Status

The incident has been reported publicly.

Investigated by

Police

Record summary

Date
Wednesday 15 February 2023
Location
February 2023
Type
Worker struck by log from debarking machine discharge ramp
Deaths
1In February 2023, a worker was fatally injured at a timber yard after being struck by a log on a discharge ramp
Injured
One worker fatally struck by moving log

What happened

Incident Overview

In February 2023, a worker was fatally injured at a timber yard after being struck by a log on a discharge ramp. The incident occurred when the worker was investigating smoke from a debarking machine and took a shortcut through a hazardous area of the facility.

The exact jurisdiction and regulator details are not specified in the available source material, and the investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

  • Fatalities:
    • In February 2023, a worker was fatally injured at a timber yard after being struck by a log on a discharge ramp
  • Injuries:
    • None reported.
  • In February 2023, a worker was fatally injured at a timber yard after being struck by a log on a discharge ramp

In Summary

Any workers, contractors, or witnesses present at the timber yard facility at the time of the incident are encouraged to contact the relevant state workplace health and safety regulator with information. Those with knowledge of the circumstances are asked to come forward to assist the ongoing investigation.

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