Deceased
David Cecil Mann
Demographics
75y, male
Date of death
2020-09-08
Cause of death
Pneumonia due to malignant mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure
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David Cecil Mann, aged 75, died from pneumonia due to malignant mesothelioma caused by occupational asbestos exposure at a paper mill where he worked for over 40 years (1962-2004). The coroner determined this death was not reportable and not subject to mandatory inquest, as mesothelioma represents a chronic disease with latency of 15-65 years rather than an acute accident or injury. While mesothelioma is causally linked to asbestos exposure, the disease develops through complex cellular processes over many years without detectable physiological change until late presentation. The coroner found that deaths from occupational asbestos-related diseases should be classified as natural causes. The case highlights the tension between workplace safety oversight and coronial jurisdiction, noting that existing compensation schemes and regulatory frameworks adequately address asbestos-related diseases without requiring coronial investigation.
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