Looking for answers in Moss Point Omega Protein worker fatality

Gulf Coast work injury lawyers sadly note that 24-year-old Christopher Hebert bled to death in what has been described as a fatal work-related accident at the Moss Point Omega Protein seafood plant on Monday. The Jackson County coroner released blood loss as the cause of Mr. Hebert’s death at the plant. But further details on his tragic demise have been sketchy and the family is asking for answers. Authorities are still trying to determine the cause of Mr. Hebert’s fatal accident and what caused him to be in the position in which he was found. The family are wondering where were the other workers or supervisors when the fatal accident occurred.

OSHA will be conducting an investigation of the accident. But their report might not shed much light on the family’s questions. Our Gulf Coast injury lawyers point out that OSHA investigations are designed to look into macro issues of American worker safety and workplace dangers rather than into the particulars of individual accidents.

OSHA does not investigate individual workplaces unless:

• A worker fatality occurs,
• 3 or more workers receive hospitalization because of a single accident,
• The agency is conducting an emphasis program relating to a specific workplace hazard,
• A workplace shows an above average rate of workplace injuries and/or illnesses,
• A workplace has a record of severe violations in the past,
• An agency worker has seen an immediate workplace hazard, or
• The agency has received complaints about possible unsafe working conditions.

Omega Protein’s last incidence of workplace fatalities involved an incident last year in May when 3 workers died in the collision of a Sandy Point fishing boat with the container ship Eurus London in the Gulfport Ship Channel.

Our Gulf Coast injury lawyers mention that OSHA has not inspected the Moss Point Omega Protein plant for five years. Now OSHA has 6 months to investigate and issue a report stating whether safety violations were found and proposing penalties for any such violations.

If you or a loved one were injured in a workplace accident and you have questions, contact our experienced Gulf Coast work injury lawyers for a free and confidential legal consultation. We could help you safeguard your legal rights against employers and other liable parties. Our counsel could also help you understand your legal options for obtaining the full financial compensation you deserve after a needless workplace accident. Call toll free at 877-307-9500 or use our online contact features to schedule your free case evaluation/consultation.