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Décès d'un travailleur de Terrassement & Excavation Vallée : la CNESST dévoile les conclusions de son enquête

June 19, 2025 4 min read
Gouvernement du Québec
Décès d'un travailleur de Terrassement & Excavation Vallée : la CNESST dévoile les conclusions de son enquête
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The CNESST released the investigation report on a fatal accident involving a worker from Terrassement Excavation Vallée that occurred on September 30, 2024, near Senneterre, Quebec. The accident happened during maintenance of a forest grinder when a worker's foot got stuck, leading to their tragic death. The investigation identified a lack of specific energy control procedures as a cause and emphasizes the need for energy control methods to prevent such accidents. CNESST plans to share the report with forestry sector stakeholders and educational institutions.