Workers rescued from Montreal highrise after platform malfunction
Two people repairing windows are safely on the ground after hanging multiple storeys in the air when their platform malfunctioned.
Two window repair workers were safely rescued from a Montreal highrise on Friday morning after their platform malfunctioned and they became stranded 14 storeys above the ground. The incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. at the 1001 Robert Bourassa Blvd. building, located near de la Gauchetière Street.
The Montreal fire department received the alarm and swiftly dispatched rescue crews to the scene. According to a fire department spokesperson, the platform became stuck and derailed by approximately three feet. Rescue crews were lowered from the roof and secured the workers before bringing them safely to the ground.
No injuries were reported, and Montreal police were present to secure the surrounding area. The on-site superintendent expressed relief that the workers are unharmed, describing the situation as worrisome. The province’s workplace safety board has taken over the investigation to determine the cause of the malfunction.
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