WorkCover Queensland's confronting new workplace safety film

WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT

WorkCover Queensland’s video, Jason's Story takes a confronting, very honest look into the heartache of losing a son and a mate to a preventable workplace incident. Jason Garrels was just 20 years old when he died at a construction site in Clermont in 2012. He had only been working there for nine days.

Jason's family and friends have shared their experiences to raise awareness about the importance of workplace safety, the need for effective communication between sub-contractors on construction sites, and appropriate supervision and supportive mentoring of young workers.

"For these younger guys who are doing a job, if you don’t know, ask. Simple as that. Be an advocate for your own safety". – Lee Garrels, Jason's mum