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Prosecution Details
| Defendant | Harnischfeger of Australia Pty Ltd |
| Trading Name | Not Applicable |
| Section | 19(1)(a) |
| Regulation | Not Applicable |
| Offence Date | Friday, 19 April 1996 |
| Description of Breach(es) | Being an employer failed to provide plant, so far as is practicable, his employees are not exposed to hazards. |
| Background Details |
On 19 April 1996 an accident occurred and a heating torch became dislodged from its holder and "swung around" and the flame swept across the injured persons face and burnt their nose, cheek and lips. |
| Outcome Summary | convicted |
| Conviction Date | 18 Mar 1997 |
| Court | Perth Court of Petty Session |
| Fine | $750 |
| Costs | $125.50 |
| Charge Number | 16608/97 |