The death of Townsville father-of-three Jerromy Brookes from a snakebite has raised broader questions about the liability of businesses who call someone for assistance on their premises.
A Workplace Health and Safety investigation is underway into the death of a man bitten by a snake at a North Queensland childcare centre.A lawyer says businesses should review their plans for similar scenarios to avoid liability.
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is investigating the incident at Green Leaves Early Learning in the Townsville suburb of Burdell. "If an employer does not fulfil their obligations, they may be in breach of the Work Health and Safety Act and could be prosecuted.Ms Splatt said even casual arrangements, where someone was volunteering to help or fulfilling a favour, could leave businesses liable.
Ms Splatt said she hoped Mr Brookes' "absolutely tragic" death would be a wake-up call for businesses. It allows native wildlife to be removed that is causing a threat to human health or wellbeing, in a safe and humane manner.
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