A Kal Tire worker is dead following a fatal injury this weekend in an accident that happened during a service call in Fort McMurray.

"The worker was called out to repair a tire at a piece of heavy equipment and then during the repair process the tire flew off the rim and a ring from the assembly struck the worker, causing his fatal injuries" says Occupational Health and Safety spokesperson Adrian Hill. "

OH&S is investigating the incident that occurred Saturday at a Sun Trucking site 26 kilometres north of Fort McMurray. Family members of the 22-year-old man have been notified about the death.

“Our hearts and prayers go out to the individual’s family and loved ones in this time of sorrow and grief,” says Robert Foord, President, Kal Tire. “We will make every effort possible to support them through this tragedy.”

A stop-work order for certain types of calls has been issued for Kal Tire. The company is helping with OH&S investigation, as well as conducting its own.

Members of Kal Tire's Senior Management Team flew to Fort McMurray yesterday. It's making sure a trained support team, including grief counsellors, are available to help all other team members.