Queensland man killed in workplace accident involving forklift

Emergency services were called to Karreman Quarries on West Mount Cotton Road in Sheldon about 2.20pm yesterday following reports a man had been critically injured in a forklift incident.

A worker has been killed in a horrific workplace accident involving a forklift in south-east Queensland.

Emergency services were called to Karreman Quarries on West Mount Cotton Road in Sheldon, located around 30 kilometres from Brisbane, about 2.20pm yesterday following reports a man had been critically injured in a forklift incident.

The man died from his injuries, a spokesperson for Resources, Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) confirmed today.

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Worker killed in forklift accident at quarry in Sheldon, QueenslandWorker killed in forklift accident at quarry in Sheldon, Queensland

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"Our thoughts are with the worker's family, friends and colleagues at this time," the spokesperson said.

"Enquiries into the incident are under way.

"As this is an active investigation no further comment can be made at this time."

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