Deceased
Steven Christopher Stewart
Demographics
55y, male
Date of death
2019-01-24
Finding date
2021-01-29
Cause of death
Injuries sustained in a motor vehicle incident (driver)
AI-generated summary
Steven Stewart, a 55-year-old truck driver, died from injuries sustained when his truck rolled downhill after he failed to apply the park brake while stopped to collect a skip bin. The vehicle rolled and compressed him between the cabin and a concrete fence. Post-mortem examination revealed bilateral rib fractures, bilateral pneumothoraces, and left haemothorax. The coroner found Steven's failure to apply the hand and park brake was an error in judgement. No mechanical defect was identified in the vehicle's brake systems. WorkSafe investigation did not establish sufficient evidence for prosecution. This case highlights the critical importance of proper vehicle securing procedures and the consequences of momentary lapses in occupational safety practices.
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