Auto Plant Fined $225,000 for PPE Violation

An automotive plant worker not wearing PPE suffered serious burns in an explosion that occurred after he opened the door to a furnace. The employer, which had a track record of OHS offences, pled guilty to failing to ensure the worker used required skin protection and was fined $225,000 [Linamar Corporation operating as Linamar Gear, Govt. Press Release, December 16, 2020].