Twelve Apostles Visitors Centre worksite shut down after man loses hand

A worker tragically lost his hand in an accident while clearing a sewer pit at the construction site for the Twelve Apostles Visitors Centre along the Great Ocean Road. The site has been immediately shut down pending a thorough investigation. This incident highlights the critical importance of stringent safety measures on construction sites, especially those involving hazardous tasks like sewer maintenance. It also underscores the potential dangers faced by workers on such projects and the need for heightened safety protocols to prevent future tragedies.