Fatal Chemical Exposure Due to GHS Labeling Failure in Landscaping
On March 15, 2023, a fatal chemical exposure incident occurred at a landscaping site in Vancouver, British Columbia, resulting in the death of a 41-year-old worker, David Wilson. Wilson was handling a pesticide that was not properly labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for classification and labeling of chemicals. The chemical had been transferred to an unlabeled container, and Wilson, unaware of the toxic nature of the substance, did not take necessary precautions during its application. During the application process, Wilson was exposed to the pesticide's fumes, leading to acute […]This content is for CoAction Insurance policy holders.
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