A construction worker was tragically killed in Jodoigne on Wednesday morning when he was struck by a mechanical shovel. The incident took place at around 10:00 a.m. on a construction site on chaussée de Wavre, and emergency services were alerted to the scene. Despite the efforts of those present, the victim, a 25-year-old man, died at the site. The Walloon Brabant Labor Auditor has launched an investigation into the incident.
A young worker was killed Wednesday morning by a construction machine in Jodoigne, we learned from the emergency services and the labor auditor of Walloon Brabant.
Firefighters from the Walloon Brabant rescue zone were called to intervene Wednesday morning around 10:00 a.m. on a construction site in progress at the chaussée de Wavre.
A worker working in a trench was accidentally hit in the head and back by the bucket of a mechanical shovel.
The 25-year-old victim died at the scene of the accident despite a futile attempt at resuscitation.
The Walloon Brabant Labor Auditor has opened an investigation.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring safety measures are in place on construction sites. Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of the young worker who lost his life in this accident. It is the responsibility of employers and authorities to conduct thorough investigations and take necessary actions to prevent such accidents from happening again in the future. Let us continue to prioritize safety in the workplace and do everything in our power to prevent further tragedies.