<title>2026-06-12_Mission_Senior_Secondary_Schoo

Description of Incident

While manually unloading rebar bundles from a truck, the worker was using a pry bar to offload a rebar bundle. During the process of prying the second bundle, the worker experienced a muscle pull and strain to the lower back. The worker reported the injury to supervisor. First aid was provided and the incident was reported for investigation.

Preliminary Investigation (What happened? Immediate causes?)

The worker was manually unloading rebar bundles from a truck using a pry bar to offload the bundle off the flat deck. While applying force in an awkward position, the worker experienced a muscle pull and strain to the lower back. Immediate causes include forceful exertion during manual material handling, awkward body positioning while prying the bundle, and the absence of mechanical unloading equipment for the task.

Injured Worker's Direct Supervisor

Comments

The worker reported lower back pain while unloading rebar. Work was stopped, first aid was provided, and the worker was taken for medical assessment. The incident was discussed with the crew, and workers were reminded to follow safe lifting and material handling practices.

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JOHS Committee/Worker Representative

Comments

implementation of additional training, review of unloading procedures, and the use of mechanical lifting equipment whenever practicable to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.

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Employer Representative/Manager

Comments

Management will continue to monitor unloading activities and ensure that appropriate equipment, training, and supervision are provided to help prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Safety Coordinator/Manager/Consultant

Comments

The incident was reported. Information was collected from the worker and supervisor, and an investigation was initiated. The incident was reviewed to identify contributing factors and corrective actions. Recommendations were provided to reinforce safe material handling practices and the use of appropriate equipment for unloading activities. 
The investigation is currently at the Interim stage. A full investigation report will be completed and submitted after review with the JHSC committee.

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Site Superintendent/ CSO

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