A company in Brooks, Alberta has been charged in connection with a workplace death that occurred in 2022.
According to reports, the incident took place at a construction site in Brooks on January 15, 2022. The victim, a 32-year-old man, was working on a project for the company when he suffered a fatal injury.
After an investigation by the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) department, it was determined that the company had failed to provide a safe working environment for its employees. As a result, the company has been charged with one count of failing to ensure the health and safety of a worker under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
The company is scheduled to appear in court on June 1, 2022. If found guilty, they could face a maximum penalty of $500,000 or six months in jail.
The victim’s family has expressed their grief and frustration over the incident, stating that their loved one’s death could have been prevented if proper safety measures were in place.
This is not the first time the company has faced charges related to workplace safety. In 2018, they were fined $50,000 for failing to provide adequate fall protection for their workers.
The OHS department has emphasized the importance of employers ensuring the safety of their workers, stating that workplace fatalities are preventable and should not be taken lightly.
The case serves as a reminder for companies to prioritize the safety of their employees and to adhere to all safety regulations and protocols. The OHS department will continue to monitor and enforce workplace safety to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Our thoughts are with the victim’s family during this difficult time. We will continue to follow this story and provide updates as they become available.
