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Prosecution Details
| Defendant | James Rodney Newell |
| Trading Name | Leo's Radiators and Air Conditioning |
| Section | 19(1)(a) |
| Offence Date | Monday, 13 August 2001 |
| Description of Breach(es) | Being an employer, failed to provide and maintain, so far as was practicable, a workplace in which its employees were not exposed to hazards. |
| Background Details |
The defendant operated a vehicle radiator repair business in Bellevue. Upon inspection of the premises, WorkSafe Inspectors found that there were loose hanging electrical leads and a live light switch that had exposed wiring. As a result of the state of the roof, electrical wiring and installations were observed to be exposed to water. Inspectors observed water running along the electrical wiring. The defendant pleaded guilty. |
| Outcome Summary | convicted |
| Conviction Date | 17 Jun 2003 |
| Court | Perth Court of Petty Sessions |
| Fine | $7,000 |
| Costs | $257.70 |
| Charge Number | 24309/03 |