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Q: A member of our sports club was cooking a BBQ as a volunteer. The BBQ began to catch fire as someone had removed the original fat catcher and replaced it with a smaller object. Fearing there would be injuries to children in close proximity 2 members decided to try and remove the source of the fire (the fat catcher). In doing so one member was seriously burnt. Now the club and insurance company are refusing to compensate saying they are not liable as they made the wrong decision. Is this correct?
A: Hi Brendan
Thanks. Your reply is what I think too. My friend who was injured has sought legal advice. Even went to mediation at which point the Barrister representing the clubs insurance company said “it was your fault for trying to remove the fat (which was in a ceramic cup), and we refuse to accept liability.” They said he should have either evacuated or went looking for a fire extuinguisher. And yes you right there was no induction or information given regarding fire extuinguishers etc
