SafeWork issues safety warning after young boy falls from scaffolding on NSW construction site

An incident where a 13-year-old boy suffered serious injuries at a construction site has prompted a reminder from SafeWork NSW about the dangers of taking kids to worksites.

The young boy sustained serious head injuries after falling from scaffolding in December 2023.

SafeWork NSW urges parents who take their kids to worksites to always monitor their movements.

Head of SafeWork NSW Trent Curtin said, “For a child, workplaces are exciting places, but they can also be extremely dangerous. We are reminding businesses and parents they have obligations to supervise children, especially around machinery, hazardous chemicals and other risks on site which may not be obvious.”

“Simple safety prevention, like locking away chemicals and tools, putting in place falls protection or removing the keys from machinery and vehicles when they are not in use are just a few ways to create a safer place for everyone.”

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