SAFETY

Regulator to probe Mt Magometon quarry arm amputation

It was common for workers to track the mobile screen’s conveyor belt with guards removed

Depicts a close-up view of the tail drum taken through right-hand guard door where the injured worker was positioned.

Depicts a close-up view of the tail drum taken through right-hand guard door where the injured worker was positioned. | Credits: NSW Resources Regulator

The New South Wales Resources Regulator has released an investigation report into an incident at Mount Magometon quarry that resulted in a worker's arm being surgically amputated after it was entangled...

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