THE Ministry of Labour’s Occupational Safety and Health Department is currently investigating an industrial accident that occurred on March 13, 2024, at Pritipaul Singh Investments, located at Wharf Area, Providence, East Bank Demerara.

According to the Labour Ministry, the investigation revealed that on the day of the accident, Ravichandra Seemangal, a mechanic, was riding his bicycle while at the same time, a telehoist operator was reversing the vehicle.
The telehoist collided with the bicycle and Seemangal sustained injuries to his abdomen, feet, and hands.

He succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at Woodlands Hospital on March 16, 2024.
This industrial accident is currently being investigated by Senior Occupational Safety and Health Officer, Darwin Bourne, and Occupational Safety and Health Officer, Ray Hosannah.

Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton, expressed concern about the occurrence of workplace accidents, especially when workers are fatally injured.
He recognised the suffering experienced by the relatives and loved ones of those who have passed away and, as such, extended sincere condolences to those affected, including their families, colleagues, and friends.