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Prosecution Details
| Defendant | Westim Pty Ltd |
| Trading Name | WA Timber Sales |
| Regulation | 4.55(a) |
| Offence Date | Friday, 21 September 2001 |
| Description of Breach(es) | Being an employer at a workplace at which there was an industrial lift truck, failed to ensure that the industrial lift truck was operated in accordance with AS 2359.2. |
| Background Details |
The defendant operates a workplace at Wangara. On 21 September 2001 WorkSafe received a report of an accident involving industrial lift truck at the workplace.An investigation revealed forklifts (industrial lift trucks) were operated at the workplace without the necessary instruction and training required by AS 2359.2. The defendant pleaded guilty. |
| Outcome Summary | convicted |
| Conviction Date | 26 Sep 2002 |
| Court | Perth Court of Petty Sessions |
| Fine | $1,000 |
| Costs | $247.70 |
| Charge Number | 36525/02 |