Employee challenges employer over missing safety briefings and equipment in negligence claim
A District Court in Singapore recently dealt with a negligence claim brought by a worker who sustained injuries whilst performing his duties at a worksite.
The worker argued that his employer had failed to provide adequate safety briefings, proper risk assessments, and necessary supervision during his work activities.
The worker claimed he had never received briefings on risk assessments or safe work procedures relevant to his specific tasks.
He argued that while his employer's safety documentation addressed some hazards, it failed to identify risks associated with his particular job scope.
Additionally, he said safety equipment was unavailable and that he was working without proper supervision on the day of the accident.
The employer disputed these claims, maintaining that the worker was experienced and that appropriate safety measures were in place.
They argued that safety briefings were conducted regularly, equipment was available when needed, and supervision was adequate for the type of work being performed.
The case involved a construction company operating as a subcontractor for structural work.
The Bangladesh national had worked for the employer for approximately three years across two periods and was performing metal formwork duties when the accident occurred on 27 October 2022 at approximately 9:30 a.m.
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