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A construction site in Boston has halted work following an accident that injured a worker on the third floor. Emergency services responded promptly, and the worker was transported to the hospital while conscious. The incident, potentially caused by shifting scaffolding, has led to a stop-work order issued by city officials due to safety concerns. Investigations are underway to assess compliance with safety regulations, and a meeting is set to review safety protocols amidst ongoing efforts to ensure worker safety across construction sites in Boston.
Boston—Work has been halted at a construction site following an accident involving a worker who was injured and later hospitalized on Tuesday. The incident took place at 11:28 a.m. at a site located at 575 Albany Street, where first responders were summoned to assist the injured worker.
Upon arrival, firefighters discovered the worker on the third floor of the building, which had been gutted with only temporary stairs in place. Due to the condition of the site, firefighters utilized a ladder and basket to safely extract the injured individual through a third-floor window. After being lowered to the ground, the worker was transported to a nearby hospital. He was reported to be conscious and alert during his transport.
Witnesses near the site reported that exterior scaffolding had been installed just the previous week. Fire officials indicated that the incident may have been caused by a stack of staging frames shifting, which struck the worker. However, the owner of the construction company contended that the worker slipped and fell, hitting his head in the process.
In response to the incident, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was notified, and Boston Inspectional Services issued a stop-work order due to significant life safety concerns and identified OSHA violations at the site. Officials indicated that a qualified supervisor was notably absent at the time of the incident, prompting further investigation into safety protocols.
A meeting has been scheduled for Thursday morning involving the contractor and other relevant parties to review safety protocols, and to require that the contractor submit detailed safety plans as well as an engineer’s affidavit concerning the existing conditions at the construction site. This step is part of the city’s broader effort to ensure worker safety and compliance with regulations following the incident.
During the rescue operation, witnesses noted that the injured worker appeared to be attempting to communicate, despite being hindered by his injuries. Deputy Chief Martin McCormack of the Boston Fire Department mentioned that the worker might have lost consciousness after being struck by the shifting scaffolding. According to the contractor, the worker was engaged in lifting framing components at the time of his fall, which necessitated the use of a backboard for his transport from the site.
The injured worker is currently under concussion protocol as he receives medical care following the accident. The Boston Fire Department’s construction safety unit is present at the site as part of the ongoing investigation, working alongside OSHA and building inspectors to assess safety measures and adherence to regulations.
This story is still developing, and further updates are anticipated as the investigation unfolds. The city remains committed to ensuring workplace safety and mitigating risks on construction sites across Boston.
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