A severe workplace accident occurred at the Municipal Waste Treatment Plant in Pruszkow, where an excavator operator ran over a waste sorting employee, resulting in the man’s hospitalization and subsequent death.
Incident at Municipal Waste Treatment Plant
A serious work accident occurred at the Municipal Waste Treatment Plant on Bryły Street in Pruszkow just before 8 a.m., as reported by police preliminary findings. The excavator driver failed to exercise appropriate caution and struck a worker sorting waste. The injured man, suffering from severe injuries, was transported to the hospital.
Preliminary Investigation Findings
Police officers were on-site to investigate the incident. The excavation revealed the driver was sober. Authorities are continuing to determine the exact circumstances and causes of the accident.
Workplace Safety in Industrial and Waste Facilities
Workplace accidents in industrial and waste management facilities are among the most dangerous. Operating heavy machinery and working in their immediate vicinity require special caution and adherence to safety regulations. Regular employee training, use of protective clothing, and clear marking of hazardous zones are fundamental to ensuring safety in such locations.
Update on the Victim’s Condition
The 55-year-old employee who was hit by the excavator has died in the hospital.
Source: MiejskiReporter, https://miejskireporter.pl/nie-zyje-pracownik-przejechany-przez-koparke-na-terenie-miejskiego-zakladu-oczyszczania/)
