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Ministry of Labour investigating after fatal tree trimming incident in Chatham

The Ministry of Labour has issued no orders so far in a workplace fatality in Chatham, Ont.

The investigation is ongoing

The Ministry of Labour has issued no orders in a workplace fatality in Chatham, Ont. (Stacey Janzer/CBC)

The Ministry of Labour has issued no orders so far in a workplace fatality in Chatham, Ont.

According to the ministry, a worker sustained fatal injuries while trimming a tree Wednesday on Cornhill Street. 

A Ministry of Labour inspector attended the scene, but there were no orders or requirements issued. 

The investigation is ongoing. 

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