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Serious accident at work: man falls from crane in Schillingsfürst!
A 55-year-old man falls from a construction crane in Schillingsfürst and is seriously injured. Rescue helicopter in action.
Serious accident at work: man falls from crane in Schillingsfürst!
A serious accident at work occurred on Friday in Schillingsfürst, in the Ansbach district. A 55-year-old man fell from a construction crane and was seriously injured. The incident, which occurred while he was waiting at the junction box behind the crane's cab, has sent the region into a frenzy. Loud NN The man slipped off the running board while climbing back and fell headfirst more than two meters onto the asphalt. A rescue helicopter took him to the university hospital in Würzburg, where he is now suspected of having a traumatic brain injury.
The police have initiated initial investigations and have so far ruled out foul play. The tragedy of this incident is that it is reminiscent of a similar industrial accident that occurred in Nuremberg just a few weeks ago. A man fell from a ladder there and was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital. In addition, Rothenburger Straße in Nuremberg was temporarily closed during the operation, which shows how serious the situation there was Northern Bavaria
Statistics on workplace accidents
The incident in Schillingsfürst also sheds light on the overall safety situation in the construction industry. In 2023, according to the BG CONSTRUCTION a worrying increase in work accidents and occupational diseases. 456 insured people died as a result of occupational illness; earlier reports are also taken into account. Noise-induced hearing loss and skin cancer caused by sun exposure were reported particularly frequently. An increasing number of musculoskeletal disorders have also been reported, highlighting the need for preventative measures.
The recent accident in Schillingsfürst is a clear wake-up call for everyone working in the construction industry. It is important to be aware of the risks at all times and to take the precautionary measures offered seriously. BG BAU offers special programs that help prevent musculoskeletal disorders and create a safe working environment.
The injured man's hopes are now for a quick and complete recovery. This week's events remind us once again to always put workplace safety first and remain vigilant.