Metro Vancouver was fined $170,000 for failing to ensure worker safety during a high-risk water main operation.

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Two news articles report that Metro Vancouver was fined $170,000 after a worker was injured during a high-risk water main operation. The incident highlights safety concerns in infrastructure work and potential regulatory enforcement.

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Parent: Public SafetyEntity: Metro VancouverImpact: negativeDate: May 8, 2026Target: Metro Vancouver's adherence to safety protocols during infrastructure projects

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Metro Vancouver fined $170,000 after worker hurt in 'high-risk' water main operation
https://www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/article/metro-vancouver-fined-170000-after-worker-hurt-in-high-risk-water-main-operation/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub 

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Metro Vancouver fined $170K after worker hurt during water main operation
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/metro-vancouver-fined-water-main-9.7191953?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub 

Posted into British Columbia @british-columbia-cbcnews

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