WorkSafe Victoria | A recycling company was convicted and fined $35,000 after an aerosol explosion injured six workers.
In May 2023, Rose and Co Services Pty Ltd’s aerosol shredder exploded at its Shepparton plant, causing severe burns to six workers. Investigations found pressurised cans were shredded with reduced ventilation and no requirement to empty them first, despite fire recommendations and previous fires.
The company pleaded guilty to workplace safety and dangerous goods offences and was fined $30,000 plus $5,000 and $5,292 costs.
