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Forklift accident at Jeju farm
Unlicensed 40-year-old operator dies
In short
A forklift overturned at a livestock farm in Jeju, killing the operator.
The dead operator was found to have no forklift license.
A similar accident occurred in the same area four months earlier.
Key facts
| When | The accident occurred on the 23rd, and police announced their investigation plan on the 26th. |
|---|---|
| Who | A 44-year-old surnamed A, employed by a cargo transport company, died while operating the forklift. |
| What | A 2.9-ton forklift overturned and crushed him while being unloaded from a cargo truck. |
| How | Police are investigating the company for negligent death, and the Labor Ministry is investigating violations of the Serious Accidents Punishment Act. |
What it means for me
At worksites handling construction equipment like forklifts, license verification and safety training are essential.
