Worker Crushed by Turbine Blade at Golden Plains Wind Farm: Unions Raise Safety Concerns

Incident Overview

On Tuesday, 12 November 2024, a worker was fatally crushed by a turbine blade at the Golden Plains Wind Farm near Beaufort in Victoria. The incident occurred during maintenance or assembly work on a Vestas wind turbine and has prompted an immediate WorkSafe Victoria investigation.

WorkSafe Victoria was notified and has launched a formal investigation into the circumstances. Vestas, the main contractor operating the site, has temporarily halted work pending the outcome of the inquiry.

• Fatalities:
  • Deceased Worker:
• Injuries:
  • None reported.

• Deceased Worker:

On Tuesday, 12 November 2024, a worker was fatally crushed by a turbine blade at the Golden Plains Wind Farm near Beaufort in Victoria. The incident occurred during maintenance or assembly work on a Vestas wind turbine and has prompted an immediate WorkSafe Victoria investigation.

WorkSafe Victoria was notified and has launched a formal investigation into the circumstances. Vestas, the main contractor operating the site, has temporarily halted work pending the outcome of the inquiry.

WorkSafe Victoria is leading the investigation into the fatality. The scope includes examination of the turbine, work procedures, contractor compliance, and any prior safety concerns at the site.

WorkSafe Victoria is appealing for any workers, contractors or witnesses who were present at the Golden Plains Wind Farm on 12 November 2024 to come forward with information. Reports can be made confidentially to WorkSafe Victoria on 1800 136 089 or via the online incident-report form at worksafe.vic.gov.au.

In Summary

WorkSafe Victoria is appealing for any workers, contractors or witnesses who were present at the Golden Plains Wind Farm on 12 November 2024 to come forward with information. Reports can be made confidentially to WorkSafe Victoria on 1800 136 089 or via the online incident-report form at worksafe.vic.gov.au.