AGL Torrens Island Pty Ltd: SafeWork SA prosecution

criminal conviction7 Aug 2026Penalty $60K

Respondent

AGL Torrens Island Pty Ltd

Facts

During decommissioning of Torrens Island A Power Station (Oct 2022 - Apr 2023) workers cut lead-covered cables without respiratory protection; five employees later showed elevated blood lead levels.

Outcome

AGL Torrens Island Pty Ltd was convicted and fined $60,000 in the South Australian Employment Court (7 August 2026). Other orders: Costs $2,640.

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https://www.safework.sa.gov.au/news-and-alerts/news/news/2025new/agl-fined-$60,000-after-workers-exposed-to-lead

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