Worker killed at hospital work site

A employee has been killed on the web site of a significant hospital enlargement venture in Newcastle.

The 20-year-old man was fatally crushed about 9am on Wednesday whereas engaged on the John Hunter Hospital redevelopment.

New South Wales Ambulance paramedics attended and took the person to hospital in a essential situation, however he later died of his accidents.

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Camera IconInvestigations are underway after a 20-year-old man was crushed and killed on the web site of the John Hunter Hospital redevelopment venture on Wednesday morning. NCA NewsWire /Brendan Beckett Credit: News Corp Australia

“Police from Newcastle City Police District attended and established a crime scene which has been examined by specialist police,” mentioned a NSW Police spokesperson.

SafeWork NSW and CFMEU representatives additionally attended the positioning and can conduct their very own investigations, whereas police will put together a report for the coroner.

Anyone with info for police is urged to name Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The $835m redevelopment is being managed by construction company Multiplex.
Camera IconThe $835m redevelopment is being managed by development firm Multiplex. Credit: Supplied

NSW Health Minister Ryan Park issued a quick assertion following the incident.

“I want to offer my deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the worker who tragically lost their life on the site of the John Hunter Hospital redevelopment,” it reads.

“This is distressing for everyone involved and support and counselling is available for workers, staff and their families during this difficult time.”

John Hunter Hospital is present process a $835m redevelopment, managed by Multiplex, as a consequence of be completed in 2026.

Source: www.perthnow.com.au