A 64-year-old man died on Tuesday after falling seven metres while performing maintenance at an industrial building in Sant Pere de Ribes, a municipality in the Barcelona province. Police received an alert about the fatal workplace accident on Thursday afternoon, launching an investigation into the circumstances.
Emergency Response and Initial Findings
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's regional police force, received the alert at approximately 12:50 on Thursday. Several police units, including local police, responded to the scene. Firefighters from the Generalitat and medical emergency services (Servei d'Emergències Mèdiques, SEM) also attended. Authorities are currently investigating the exact causes of the incident. Initial reports indicate the man was performing routine maintenance tasks when the fall occurred.
Official Notifications and Local Impact
Sant Pere de Ribes is located in the Garraf comarca, close to Sitges and approximately 40 kilometres southwest of Barcelona city. This area supports various industrial and commercial activities, employing many residents. The incident has raised concerns within the local community regarding workplace safety. Officials have informed the investigating court in Vilanova i la Geltrú and the Department of Business and Labour of the Generalitat about the death, according to National Institute for Safety and Health at Work. This notification ensures a full legal and administrative review of the accident.
Ongoing Investigation into Workplace Safety
The Department of Business and Labour of the Generalitat oversees workplace safety regulations throughout Catalonia. Their involvement in this case means they will assess compliance with safety protocols at the industrial site. The ongoing investigation will determine the precise circumstances surrounding the fall and any potential safety breaches. Authorities aim to prevent similar tragedies in the future by enforcing strict safety standards.
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Originally published by Europa Press Barcelona. Read original article.
