WorkSafe investigates mine site death

Caption 1: WorkSafe investigators examine the circumstances surrounding incidents to ensure compliance and prevent future events of a similar nature.
WorkSafe investigators examine the circumstances surrounding incidents to ensure compliance and prevent future events of a similar nature.

WorkSafe has started an investigation into a work-related death at a mine site near Wiluna in WA’s Goldfields-Esperance region.

WorkSafe investigators from Perth and WorkSafe Mines Safety inspectors from Kalgoorlie are attending the site, 900km north-east of Perth.

WorkSafe commissioner Sally North extended her sincere condolences to the man’s family, friends and colleagues.

WorkSafe was unable to provide further details as its enquiries are ongoing.