Worker dies after being pinned by truck at Praxair Canada plant in Paris, Ont.

By Don Mitchell Global News

Posted April 25, 2019 2:51 pm

Updated April 25, 2019 3:24 pm

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The Minsitry of labour is investigating a scene at Praxair in Paris, Ontario after man was killed in what's believed to be a work place accident. Google Maps

A worker at an industrial gas facility in Brant County has died after a workplace accident involving a truck.

A spokesperson for the Ministry of Labour told Global News the incident happened on Tuesday at Praxair Canada in Paris, Ont.

“It was reported a worker was loading a truck when the truck moved, pinning the worker causing fatal injuries,” Ministry spokesperson Janet Deline said.

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Work in the area of the accident has been stopped for the time being as an inspector assigned to the case issued a “hold the scene” requirement.

The investigation is ongoing.

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