Young Mining Found Guilty in Worker Conveyor Accident
Young Mining Company has been found guilty of workplace health and safety violations following an accident at its Thuddungra mine in New South Wales, Australia. The incident involved a worker, Leslie Price, who was partially buried after falling into an unguarded conveyor belt chute. The New South Wales District Court determined that both the company and its director, Aditya Jhunjhunwala, were aware of the risks but failed to implement necessary safety measures. The court found that the company prioritized production over safety, leading to the accident that resulted in serious injuries to Price. 
