Lochaven Fatal Industrial Accident Burnie

Just before 2pm on Thursday 2nd October 2014 emergency services were called to an accident at Lochaven Produce, located at Mount Street, Burnie.

An 18 year old male operating a forklift died at the scene as a result of the forklift rolling on him. Ambulance Paramedics were unable to revive the male.

Investigations are continuing and Police are preparing a report for the coroner.

Workplace Standards also attended the scene and are assisting in the investigation.