Serious work accident in the tunnel of the Tauernschleuse - two injuries
Serious work accident in the tunnel of the Tauernschleuse - two injuries
On November 26, 2024 at 2:45 p.m., a serious work accident occurred in the tunnel of the Tauernschleuse Mallnitz-Böckstein, specifically on track 1 in the direction of Böckstein. The incident occurred on a construction site at kilometer 36.8 when a rail -bound work platform that drove backwards collided with another rail -bound work machine. The worker, a 30-year-old man from Styria, had not noticed the machine behind him when reset the raised work platform.
In this collision, two workers from Croatia, aged 36 and 37, were seriously injured. The emergency measures on site included initial care, followed by the recovery of the injured from the tunnel. The two men were then flown to the Klagenfurt Clinic and the LKH Villach with the rescue helicopter C11 and RK1. The condition of the injured was not specified, but the severity of the injuries indicates a serious danger to their health.police measures and investigations
The police and the labor inspectorate carried out a comprehensive examination of the accident, which led to the blocking of the construction site for several hours. Such investigations are crucial to clarify the exact circumstances of the incident and to identify possible security deficiencies that could lead to such accidents. The exact background will be expected in the coming days, while the authorities process the action and analyze the causes.
This accident recalls how important safety precautions are on construction sites, especially when operating heavy machines. The people responsible must ensure that all workers are able to recognize and avoid dangers. The events in Mallnitz-Böckstein illustrate the risks in the construction industry and the need for constant training and security checks.
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