Friday 27 July 2012

Business Affected by Negligence

News Flash! 


Construction works in Berwick hit an underground power line this week ceasing trade to 5 major businesses. 
Damages to utility and loss of 6 hours of trade for affected businesses is well over $95,000. A locate was conducted prior to works however the construction contractor did not pothole to evidence the utility.  

      An excavator in Wonthaggi this week hit a gas pipeline. The contractor did not Dial Before You Dig nor sought the services of a qualified utilities locator at all. 
The CFA and Police shut down 3 major businesses and 6 small businesses. Damages to utility and loss of 4.25 hours of trade for affected businesses is estimated at $165,000.       

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