We have just been sent this tragic video from a reader of an unknown brand of tower crane on a construction site in China.
As with most accidents in this region, we get very little information, so sadly we will not learn the true facts. However, as you can see from the video, the crane was not lifting. The crane then falls backward onto a second crane, taking the boom and the operator's cabin with it. Sadly, we have heard the operator died in the incident, but we have no idea from which crane.
🚨 This weekend in the UK, we have a rare red alert for high winds and rain. This would be a good time to remind all operators, sites, and owners to check all cranes thoroughly after the storm, including the slewing gear and bolts.
Have a good weekend and stay safe, everyone.
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