Department of Labour investigates the death of an employee at a filing station

Mluleki Mrwebi
09 October 2013

The Department of Labour is investigating a tragic incident whereby a man fell into an underground petrol tank while he was doing routine maintenance a few weeks ago at a Boksburg filing station. 

The departments Mishack Magakwe said the owner of the station should be prosecuted because clearly, neglect plays a big part in this case. 

Magakwe said an inquiry has been set up in terms of section 30 of occupational act.

He added that if found that the incident happened because of negligence then prosecution will be recommended.

 

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