Report:
A construction accident occurred at a vocational high school construction site in Cumhuriyet Mahallesi, Tekirdağ. The accident resulted in a worker losing their balance and sustaining a shoulder fracture. The incident took place in the evening at a construction site on Ali Osman Çelebi Boulevard in Tekirdağ Çorlu. The worker fell between wooden molds and was injured. Upon receiving the report, co-workers quickly rushed to the scene to assist the fallen worker. Firefighters and medical teams arrived at the scene and provided initial medical assistance to the injured worker. The worker, identified as A.D., was immediately transported to Çorlu State Hospital by ambulance. Health professionals have stated that A.D.’s condition is stable after being admitted for treatment.
ESG Risks:
1. Occupational Health and Safety: The accident highlights the risk of occupational health and safety in the construction industry. The incident demonstrates the potential for injuries and accidents to occur, emphasizing the need for companies to prioritize worker safety and implement proper safety measures.
Vulnerable Groups:
1. Construction Workers: The identified ESG risk directly affects construction workers who are vulnerable to accidents and injuries in their workplace. Their physical well-being and safety are compromised in situations like the one described.
Organizations:
1. Construction Company: The construction company involved in the project holds responsibility for ensuring the safety of its workers. They are accountable for implementing safety protocols and providing adequate training to prevent accidents and injuries.
Regions:
1. Tekirdağ Çorlu: The incident took place in Tekirdağ Çorlu, highlighting the specific locality where the accident occurred. This region is directly associated with the identified ESG risk related to occupational health and safety in the construction industry.
Sectors:
1. Construction: The construction sector is impacted by the identified ESG risk. Accidents and injuries in construction sites pose risks to workers and can lead to reputational and financial consequences for companies involved in construction projects.
Keywords:
Construction accident, worker injury, occupational health and safety, construction industry, construction workers, safety measures, construction company, Tekirdağ Çorlu, reputational risk, financial risk.
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