Company fined $25,000 for bobcat incident causing serious injury
Date of Outcome: 15/09/2015
Outcome: W & H Mahony Pty Ltd (“the defendant) is a company involved in the bulk grain storage and handling.
On 18 September 2014, an employee was using a bobcat to fold grain traps. In the process of doing so, the bobcat came into contact with an employee. The employee sustained a serious injury to his right foot which resulted in the amputation of two of his toes.
The investigation revealed that W & M Mahony Pty Ltd did not ensure employees were isolated from the movement of mobile plant or ensure a safe operating area was maintained between mobile plant and other activities on site.
Court: Magistrates' Court
Fine: $25,000.00
Costs: $4,473.00
Published: 17/09/2015
Category: Crush injuries; Traffic management; Failure to provide and maintain plant; Failure to provide a safe working environment
Appeal: No
Source: WorkSafe Vic.
