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Janitor dies at Ogre Kalna primary school; Labour Inspectorate probes circumstances

The State Labour Inspectorate has launched an investigation after a janitor died under unclear circumstances on Monday morning at Ogre Kalna primary school.

Foto: LSM (rus)

On Monday morning, August 3, a janitor died under unclear circumstances at Ogre Kalna primary school. The State Labour Inspectorate (VDI) has initiated an inquiry to determine the exact causes of the death of the technical worker, as reported by the LETA news agency.

The inspectorate will examine whether the incident was related to workplace factors and whether occupational safety regulations were violated. No further details have been disclosed while the investigation is ongoing.

Ogre Kalna primary school is an educational institution in Ogre, and the incident has affected the school's staff and the local community. VDI urges all employers and employees to remain vigilant and follow safety requirements to prevent similar tragic events in the future.

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