Kazakhstan finds Aqtogai Milk fully liable for six worker deaths
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A government commission found Aqtogai Milk 100 percent liable for the July 20 hydrogen sulfide poisoning that killed six workers at a dairy farm in Zholaman village, Pavlodar region. The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection said the investigation identified the cause, responsible officials, and recommendations to prevent similar incidents. Police earlier detained three suspects in the criminal case.
Key Facts
- The incident occurred on July 20 at a dairy farm in Zholaman village, Pavlodar region, killing six workers from hydrogen sulfide poisoning.
- The government commission assigned 100 percent blame to employer Aqtogai Milk.
- The investigation found a lack of training, missing personal protective equipment, and violations in work organization.
- Police earlier detained three suspects in the criminal case.
The Incident
On July 20, six workers died from hydrogen sulfide poisoning at a dairy farm in Zholaman village, Pavlodar region. One employee was exposed to the toxic gas while working in an analytical well. Colleagues who attempted to rescue him also entered the high-concentration hydrogen sulfide zone.
Investigation Findings
The special investigation found that Aqtogai Milk failed to provide necessary training and personal protective equipment. Violations in work organization were also identified. The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection stated that the employer's degree of guilt was set at 100 percent. The commission identified the cause of the accident, responsible officials, and recommendations to prevent similar cases.
Criminal Proceedings
Police previously reported the detention of three suspects in the criminal case.
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