Severe Workplace Injury Leads Man On Crusade To Protect Others

Young workers make up a significant portion of the workforce. Unfortunately, they are just as prone to accidents as any other workers, and maybe more so due to their relative lack of experience in their chosen fields. For one young man in the Vancouver area, a normal part of his work routine led to a nearly fatal workplace injury, and he is now on a campaign to warn other young workers about the importance of workplace safety. 

On June 28, 2002, a 19-year-old restaurant worker in Langley was carrying a large pot of hot cooking oil when he slipped and fell. The floor was wet, having been recently mopped by a co-worker. The two were attempting to finish their closing duties early, allegedly at the behest of their employer.