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Iron worker dies after falling on job site in North Vancouver

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An iron worker died after falling on the job Wednesday morning in North Vancouver.

According to WorkSafeBC, an unknown man fell while working at Neptune Bulk Terminals around 7:45 a.m. on July 13.

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Neptune Terminals says the worker was employed by Termel Industries Limited, a maintenance contractor for Neptune Bulk Terminals.

“We are deeply saddened by this incident. Our primary concern is for the family and friends of the individual, as well as employees of Neptune and our contractors who have been affected by this tragic incident. Counselling support is being offered to those impacted,” Neptune said in a statement Thursday.

The circumstances of the accident are currently unknown. Neptune, Termel Industries, and WorkSafeBC are investigating.

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