Affco court date set for June 19

June 19 has been set for the next stage of the court case brought by WorkSafe NZ against Affco's Whanganui meatworks.

The action against Affco's Imlay meat follows a June 2015 incident in the rendering department when employee Brian Wright allegedly became seriously ill after cleaning up an offal spill.

WorkSafe alleges Affco failed to take all practicable steps to ensure Wright was not exposed to hazards. Affco denies the charges.

The June date is only nominal as aspects of the case are being considered by the Court of Appeal.