The Occupational Safety and Health Administration confirms it has opened in investigation into the death of a Didion Milling employee in a grain silo, reports WKOW.
The body of the 52-year-old Waupun man was recovered from the silo at the plant in Cambria, WI, following a day-long search.
In a statement to WKOW, Didion said operations are paused for teams to have the time to process what happened. Operations will resume when the teams feel ready.
A counselor is onsite for anyone who would like to talk and Didion provides 24/7 access to an employee assistance hotline, which team members can call year-round.
Didion has been in close contact with the employee’s family and are being supportive in every way possible during this difficult time, according to the company.
