Several workers, including AGL employees, at Torrens Island Power Station in South Australia have experienced elevated lead levels, prompting concerns about safety breaches during the decommissioning process. The discovery of lead, initially mistaken for asbestos, revealed inadequate safety measures, lack of training, and no formal procedures for handling lead at the site. Workers, unaware of the risk, faced exposure without proper protection. Despite corrective measures, subsequent incidents occurred, and the union accuses AGL of multiple safety law violations. SafeWork SA’s investigation is ongoing, with concerns over lead contamination persisting and calls for proper controls and procedures. AGL claims to have implemented measures to ensure workers’ health and safety.
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