"One [death] is one too many, and at this point my heart goes out to the families of anyone who was involved." Algoma Steel confirmed the employee of a contractor who was retained to perform specialized maintenance work died after a June 15 workplace incident at the plant. In a release issued Friday morning, the steelmaker said a worker lost consciousness while cleaning an out-of-service gas line Thursday afternoon, prompting Algoma Steel emergency services personnel, Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services and paramedics to attend the scene. The worker was transported to Sault Area Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The Ministry of Labour has been notified and an investigation is underway. "We extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues affected by this devastating loss. The safety and well-being of everyone in our workplace is a top priority and core value at Algoma Steel," said Algoma Steel Chief Executive Officer Michael D. Garcia in the release.