Toormina manufacturer fined $250k over workplace accident
Teen’s fingertips amputated
A Toormina manufacturer has been handed a massive fine, after a work experience student's fingers were crushed on the job.
Thermal Electric Elements Pty Ltd has been ordered to cough up $250,000 after the 17-year-old had to have the tips of his digits amputated, following the brake press machine accident in 2014.
A Safe Work investigation finding a safety guard had been switched off prior to the incident and that the teen hadn't been provided with adequate training.