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Worker Loses Fingers in Onion Grader Accident, Companies Fined

Worker Loses Fingers in Onion Grader Accident, Companies Fined

Update: 2025-12-23
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In a shocking workplace accident, a labour hire company and a farm operator in Victoria face hefty fines after a worker lost fingers in a gruesome onion grader mishap on her first shift. The machine lacked guards and proper isolation switches, leading to the severe injury. The court ruled both companies failed on safety, emphasizing the shared responsibilities in labour hire setups to prevent such tragedies.

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Worker Loses Fingers in Onion Grader Accident, Companies Fined

Worker Loses Fingers in Onion Grader Accident, Companies Fined