Giant pipe protruding from the ground in the city; city discloses injuries 12 days later
A giant steel pipe unexpectedly protruded 13 meters above ground in Osaka, resulting in injuries to two individuals and damage to vehicles, with the city disclosing the incident only 12 days after it occurred.
Electrician dies after falling from a pole during work at a condominium in João Pessoa
An electrician named José Ary Clemente da Silva died after falling from a pole while working on a condominium construction site in João Pessoa, Brazil.
Work accident in Troms
A person was injured in Troms when struck on the head by a crane boom during tunnel work.
Investment of $600,000 in the port of Manta: Key work begins for the safety of cruise and cargo ships
Construction has begun on a new tugboat dock in Manta port, aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of maritime operations with an investment of $600,000.
Occurrences by Firefighters in Southern Minas
A house partially collapsed in Varginha, Brazil, after residents reported strange noises and movement, prompting their evacuation before firefighters arrived.
Construction Entrepreneur Christian Klaus: He Built His Own Nuclear Shelter
Christian Klaus, a construction entrepreneur in Germany, has built a private nuclear shelter beneath his family home, reflecting both personal safety concerns and market demand amid global tensions.
Slab of under-construction bridge falls in Chanduali: FIR against bridge corporation, JE suspended
A slab from an under-construction railway overbridge in Chanduali, India, fell during casting, prompting an FIR against the construction corporation and the suspension of a junior engineer.
Foreigner worker falls while dismantling scaffolding... Supreme Court says site manager is responsible
The South Korean Supreme Court ruled that a site manager is liable for the death of a foreign worker who fell from scaffolding due to inadequate safety measures and unclear instructions.
Teen labourer fell six floors to his death at London building site - firm now fined £42k
A 19-year-old laborer died after falling six floors down a ventilation shaft at a London construction site, leading to a £42,000 fine for the responsible company.
3 companies facing charges after Thorncliffe Park condo fire: Toronto fire chief
Three companies are facing charges linked to a lengthy fire in Thorncliffe Park that displaced over 200 residents and presented significant firefighting challenges.
A worker in Kladno was struck by high-voltage electricity and remained hanging in a tree
A worker in Kladno was struck by high-voltage electricity, causing him to hang from a tree.
They Begin to Dismantle the Crucial Gariūnai Viaduct: Announcing Traffic Changes and Proposed Alternative Routes
The Gariūnai Viaduct in Vilnius, which is crucial for traffic, is set for reconstruction involving the demolition of the existing structure and the construction of a new one that meets modern safety standards.
Kenya: Workers Trapped As 22-Storey Building Partially Collapses in Westlands
Emergency rescue teams are working to save workers trapped in a partially collapsed 22-storey building in Nairobi's Westlands area.
Hong Kong apartment fires: hearings to begin into Wang Fuk blaze that killed 168 people
Public hearings will commence regarding a tragic fire in Hong Kong that claimed 168 lives and raised questions about fire safety and construction practices.
Young man died near project in Puerto Santa Ana: construction company referred to the incident
A young man died near The Hills construction project in Puerto Santa Ana, with the construction company asserting he was not an employee involved in the project.
A young man in Karlovy Vary was crushed by a loader in a trench and died on the spot
A tragic workplace accident in Karlovy Vary resulted in the death of a young man who was crushed by a loader in a trench.
Raposo Tavares has 'Stop and Go' operation in the region of Itapetininga during bridge works; see sections
Motorists on the Raposo Tavares highway in Itapetininga, Brazil, should be cautious due to 'Stop and Go' operations caused by ongoing bridge and viaduct construction work.
One-way Traffic at Keflavik Airport
Construction has begun on a new one-way traffic system to improve safety and traffic flow near Keflavik International Airport.
Due to found explosive in Tauragė, a busy street section was closed for some time
A street section in Tauragė was closed after construction workers discovered a suspicious object resembling an explosive, prompting a security protocol and the intervention of authorities.
They are requesting an investigation into the former footballer Manusovich for the death of a young woman crushed by a marquee at a construction site
An investigation is being requested into former footballer Damián Marcelo Manusovich following the tragic death of a young woman who was crushed by a fallen advertising marquee in Buenos Aires.
The ground collapsed at the construction site - a person was trapped
A person was trapped under collapsed ground in Jämsä, Finland, during excavation work, but was rescued by nearby workers before emergency services responded.
Rate of building collapse unacceptable
A recent incident in Lagos highlights the alarming rate of building collapses in Nigeria, prompting urgent calls for investigation and reform.
In Vienna: Four construction workers killed by collapsing scaffolding and concrete
Four construction workers were killed in Vienna when scaffolding and liquid concrete collapsed during construction work.
Construction of the Oslofjord Tunnel Expansion to Start Soon
Construction of the second lane in the Oslofjord Tunnel is set to begin this summer, aimed at improving traffic safety and capacity by 2033.
Tragedy at a Construction Site in Vienna: A Collapsed Scaffold Killed Four Workers
Four workers died in Vienna after a scaffold collapsed during construction work.
Riga City Council Committee to Decide on Mukusalas Street Promenade Next Week
The Riga City Council's Traffic and Transport Committee is set to discuss the condition of the Mukusalas Street promenade next week, focusing on reported defects.
"It is unclear from which floor he fell": a man found lying on scaffolding in Vilkaviškis
A man was found unconscious on scaffolding in Vilkaviškis, with uncertainty surrounding from which floor he fell.
Worker dies after being hit by construction elevator in Cabedelo
A construction worker died after being struck by an elevator while performing repairs in Cabedelo, Brazil.
Araújo Simão: 32 Years Building Safety and Opportunities in Taubaté
Araújo Simão has been a significant player in the real estate market of Taubaté, Brazil, for 32 years, earning a strong reputation for quality and reliability in housing development.
The builder will have to rectify the visible deficiencies on the Mūkusalas Street promenade in Riga
Riga city officials have identified deficiencies in the Mūkusalas Street promenade and are monitoring the structure for safety following concerns about its integrity after the winter.
VIDEO: Inadequate driver's actions on Jelgava highway endanger other traffic participants
A reckless driver on the Jelgava highway endangered others by erratically changing lanes and crashing into warning signs in a construction zone.
Andrejs' death in Sigulda under a concrete slab. Why did it move?
A construction worker tragically died when a 15-ton concrete slab fell on him at a site in Sigulda, raising concerns about site safety and operational protocols.
"We want to return to our homes": the embrace of the neighbors of Parque Patricios around the building that collapsed
Residents of Parque Patricios participated in a symbolic embrace of the collapsed building, demanding answers about when they can return home.
Worker dies after falling from the 23rd floor at a construction site in Brás, hit by falling pieces from a crane
A 40-year-old carpenter died after falling from a construction site in São Paulo when struck by pieces that fell from a crane.
Man dies after being hit by Civil Police vehicle in Paraíba
A man died after being struck by a Civil Police vehicle while directing traffic at a construction site on BR-230 in Brazil.
An explosion occurred by a lake in the Širvintos region - two men were taken to the hospital
An explosion from a marine container by a lake in the Širvintos region resulted in two men being hospitalized due to injuries.
Man dies buried during demolition of house in Maricá
A 40-year-old man died after being buried during the demolition of a deteriorated house in Maricá, Brazil.
Young men delivering bricks in construction site were killed in AC after criminals checked their cell phones, police say
Two young men were murdered in Brazil after criminals checked their cell phones and believed they belonged to a rival gang.
Construction wall collapses on workers, injuring two men in Guaratinguetá, SP
Two men were injured when a wall collapsed on them in Guaratinguetá, São Paulo.
29-meter drill collapses and boom falls onto street in downtown Uberlândia
A 29-meter tall drill collapsed at a construction site in downtown Uberlândia, blocking part of the roadway but fortunately causing no injuries.
Police: This is how the school fire in Orivesi broke out
A gas-related fire at a school construction site in Orivesi, Finland, is not considered a criminal act, as revealed by the police investigation.
Reasons Why People Died at Work Last Year
Last year, the Accident Insurance Center investigated ten fatal workplace accidents in Finland, revealing that most were due to known risks.
Father and son fall from 8 meters after metal structure collapses in Macapá
A father and son fell from an 8-meter height due to the collapse of a construction site in Macapá, Brazil, resulting in injuries for both.
Walkway at COP 30 construction site had already faced criticism and inspection from Crea-PA before being dismantled in Belém
The 36-meter walkway in Belém was dismantled due to safety concerns, following previous critiques regarding its height.
Pipe protruding from the ground in Osaka sinks from 13m to 1.6m; road closures continue
A steel pipe in Osaka that had risen 13 meters from the ground has now sunk to 1.6 meters, causing continuing road closures in the area.
Truck 'sinks' asphalt on street that underwent construction in Canoas
A truck partially sank into the asphalt in Canoas after passing over a recently repaired street, revealing issues with the road work.
Government authorizes the construction of an Integrated Security Unit in Buriti dos Lopes
The Brazilian government has authorized the construction of an Integrated Public Security Unit in Buriti dos Lopes, investing R$ 1.58 million to enhance security in the region.
VIDEO: Water tank rupture by Sabesp leaves one dead, several injured, and destroys houses in SP
A water tank rupture in Mairiporã, São Paulo, has resulted in one death and several injuries, along with significant damage to local houses and vehicles.
Technical report will show what happened with newly inaugurated footbridge at Avenida Júlio César, in Belém
A technical report is set to investigate the risks of collapse of a newly opened footbridge in Belém, Brazil, which led to its removal and traffic disruptions.
Dismantling of walkway at risk of collapse on Avenida Júlio César in Belém causes disruptions and drivers breach blockades
Traffic in Belém is severely disrupted due to the dismantling of a walkway deemed at risk of collapse on Avenida Júlio César, with some drivers breaching barriers.