Accident on construction site: excavator drivers overlooks colleagues when driving backwards

Accident on construction site: excavator drivers overlooks colleagues when driving backwards

A serious work accident occurred on Wednesday morning around 10:45 a.m. in the Spittal/Drau Region. A 59-year-old excavator driver overlooked his colleague kneeling behind the vehicle. As a result, a tire of the excavator got on the foot of the 20-year-old worker who was doing work on the ground. The young man's injury was serious, which is why first aid measures were initiated by his colleagues.

The emergency doctor air helicopter RK1 was used for medical care, which brought the injured to the Villach State Hospital. Due to the uncertainty about the severity of the injuries, the situation is tense for everyone involved. It remains to be seen exactly how the circumstances were in this special case and what consequences are taken. Such incidents often raise questions about security at the workplace and illustrate the need for training and regular security checks.

urgency of the safe working practices

The need for security measures and conscious mindfulness in the work environment cannot be emphasized enough by such an incident. In view of the potential dangers in construction and crane operation, it is important that all employees are informed about security protocols and consistently follow them. The police have received a report on the incident, which is now being examined to clarify the exact circumstances and identify possible security gaps.

For detailed information about the accident and its consequences See the current reporting www.klick-kaernten.at .