Worker dies after 7 metre fall at Bayan Lepas construction site

A worker tragically died after falling seven metres while dismantling scaffolding at a construction site in Bayan Lepas on September 4, according to the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Penang. The fatal accident occurred during the worker's lunch break as he descended the scaffolding. The worker sustained serious head injuries and was subsequently pronounced dead at Penang Hospital.

Following the incident, DOSH Penang issued a stop-work order and prohibition of interference order to preserve the accident site for investigations. The investigation is ongoing, aiming to determine the cause of the accident and assess compliance with occupational safety and health laws under Sections 15, 18A, and 18B of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994.

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