Correct but someone who is between the ages of 14 to 17 is considered a juvenile, and not a child. This dude was almost 18, in 2 months time, legally he's an adult, in 2 months time, he isn't going to magically mature into a less dumb person.
But somebody at that age shouldnt have to work a job that is operating heavy machinery like that. Obviously there's going to be frequent injuries when somebody young works in positions like these.
For what? Allowing 16 year olds to work isn't something new...most 16 year olds want jobs so they have spending cash and it allows them to experience becoming adults. When should someone be allowed to work? 21 for you? Or 25 so their mind is finally fully developed?