WA Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
WorkSafe is investigating the possible work-related death of a 68-year-old farmer near Beverley yesterday.
The man was reported to have been working on a farm when he was struck by machinery.
WorkSafe investigators examine the circumstances of incidents with a view to ensuring compliance and preventing future incidents of a similar nature.
WorkSafe Commissioner Darren Kavanagh said any work-related death was a tragedy, and relayed his sincere condolences to the man's family.
The Commissioner initiated an Inquiry into safety in the agriculture sector in June.
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