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Man Dies in Tragic Gold Coast Workplace Accident at Yatala

about 2:45am Published Updated
Regulator

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Status

The incident has been reported publicly.

Investigated by

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, Queensland Police, Coroner

Record summary

Date
Tuesday 18 June 2024
Time
About 2:45am
Location
Yatala
Deaths
2On Tuesday, 18 June 2024, a man in his 30s died in a workplace accident at a business premises on Darlington Drive in Yatala on the Gold Coast; Deceased:
Injured
None reported
Regulator
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

What happened

Incident Overview

On Tuesday, 18 June 2024, a man in his 30s died in a workplace accident at a business premises on Darlington Drive in Yatala on the Gold Coast. Paramedics attended but were unable to revive the man, who was declared dead at the scene.

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) was notified and has commenced an investigation into the circumstances of the fatality. Queensland Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

  • Fatalities:
    • On Tuesday, 18 June 2024, a man in his 30s died in a workplace accident at a business premises on Darlington Drive in Yatala on the Gold Coast
    • Deceased:
  • Injuries:
    • None reported.
  • On Tuesday, 18 June 2024, a man in his 30s died in a workplace accident at a business premises on Darlington Drive in Yatala on the Gold Coast
  • Deceased:

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) was notified and has commenced an investigation into the circumstances of the fatality. Queensland Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is leading the investigation to determine the cause of the fatality and identify any potential safety breaches. A truck at the front entrance of the business and a gate at the premises are noted as areas of focus for investigators. Queensland Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

In Summary

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is appealing for any workers, contractors or persons with relevant information about the incident to come forward. Witnesses or those with details can contact WHSQ on 1300 362 128 or visit whsq.qld.gov.au to lodge a report.

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