What are the top hazards in waste recycling work?
A waste recycling employee has been killed at a facility in Sussex, N.B., and the province’s safety regulator has launched an investigation into the fatal incident.
WorkSafeNB confirmed that the worker, employed at Fero Waste Recycling in Sussex, died last Thursday. The company “provides waste collection, management and recycling services, according to its website,” CTV News reported.
In a statement to CTV News Atlantic, WorkSafeNB said it is now examining the circumstances of the death. “As with all fatalities and serious incidents, we are investigating to determine the root cause. And as this is an active investigation, we cannot provide further details,” the agency said.
WorkSafeNB also offered condolences to those affected. “Our condolences are with the worker’s family, loved ones and colleagues,” the statement continued.
The regulator has not released information about how the incident occurred, the worker’s role at the facility or the specific equipment or process involved. No details have been provided on whether operations at the site have been modified or restricted during the investigation.
Key hazards in waste recycling work
Here are some of the top hazards in waste recycling work, according to Capptions:
- Exposure to Chemical Substances
- Exposure to Biohazards
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Skin and Eye Damage
- Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Moving Machine Parts
- Struck by a Moving/Falling Object
