A Fatal Accident
In a tragic event that occurred in Madrid, two workers lost their lives after the collapse of the floor of a building that was in the process of rehabilitation. The unfortunate event took place on Lezama street, in the Fuencarral-El Pardo district, near the Ramón y Cajal Hospital.
Victims and Injured
The victims, trapped under the rubble, were identified as construction workers. Their identities have not yet been revealed. A third worker was injured and was taken to La Paz Hospital with a broken leg and bruises. His condition is serious, but there is no fear for his life.
Research in Progress
The competent authorities have launched an exhaustive investigation to determine the causes of the collapse. The Labor Inspection is committed to getting to the bottom of the matter to prevent similar tragedies from happening again.
Devastating consequences
The mayor of Madrid, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, deeply regretted the death of the workers and expressed his condolences to their families and loved ones. He highlighted the difficulty of rescuing the victims due to the weight of the debris that fell on them.
Security Measures Questioned
Madrid Workers’ Commissions has denounced the lack of safety measures on the construction site and has demanded compliance with the Occupational Risk Prevention Law. The head of Occupational Health of the union, Ana Peñas, pointed out that failures in the protection of workers had led to this tragedy.
Testimony of a Witness
Hassan, a construction employee who witnessed the collapse, described the horror he experienced. He explained that the deafening noise and the sight of his companions trapped under the rubble had left him traumatized.
A Problematic Building
The building in question was an old construction that was being rehabilitated for residential use. The project contemplated the construction of 148 homes, common areas, a swimming pool and parking.
Urban Research
Mayor Almeida has announced that the licenses and administrative procedures related to the work are being reviewed. Sources from the Urban Planning area have confirmed that the plot had residential use and had the corresponding license.
A Call to Action
The second vice president of the Government and Minister of Labor, Yolanda Díaz, expressed her dismay at the tragedy and promised that the Labor Inspection would go to the end in the investigation. She stressed that no person should lose their life at work.
Prevention and Responsibility
This tragic event highlights the importance of prevention and responsibility in the workplace. It is essential that companies and workers comply with safety regulations to avoid tragedies like this.
Support and Solidarity
In these moments of pain, we send our sincere condolences to the families and friends of the victims. May his memory serve as a reminder of the importance of workplace safety and that we all have a responsibility to protect our workers.
