Hospital records show conflicting accounts of how worker sustained back injuries at work

A Hong Kong court recently dealt with a workplace injury case where a technical coordinator sustained back injuries while working at his employer's warehouse.

The worker claimed his injuries resulted from uneven, damaged flooring, seeking damages for his employer's alleged breach of duty to provide a safe working environment.

The worker argued he had repeatedly complained to management about dangerous floor conditions before his accident occurred. He maintained that while performing duties requiring frequent bending, squatting and standing, he lost balance due to the floor surface and suffered serious back injuries.

His legal case relied on negligence, breach of employment contract duties, and violations of occupational safety legislation.

The employer disputed these claims, denying the alleged complaints and any breach of safety duties.

The company questioned whether the floor conditions caused the worker's injuries. The case turned on witness credibility and proving the connection between injuries and workplace conditions.

Background of the workplace incident

The incident occurred on 3 February 2017 when the worker, employed since August 2007, was working alone at his company's warehouse. The battery supply company had rented the premises since 2007-2008 for storing rechargeable batteries.

The 50-year-old technical coordinator was "unpacking, inspecting and re-arranging the batteries...

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