Prosecution summaries

Defendant:
Harold Jonathon Searle

Trading Name:
Not Applicable

Description of Breach(es)

Section: 19(3)(b)

Breach(es):
Failing to report an accident occurring at a workplace, forthwith to the Commissioner as specified in regulation 2.4(1)(e) of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996.

Background Details:
On 31 January 1997 the (injured) employee was unloading a Toyota Landcruiser from the tray of a vehicle transporter. He was walking along the tray of the transporter prior to gaining access to the Landcruiser and fell approximately 1.5 metres to the ground and was injured. Mr Searle did not inform the Commissioner when it became apparent that the employee would be unable to return to work for more than 10 days.

Calcium gluconate gel was not available at the workplace and appropriate first aid was not provided.

Charge Details:
Convicted on Wednesday, April 16, 1997 at Perth Court of Petty Sessions.

Fine(s): $250

Costs: $34.50

Charge Number: 30561/97