Worker Electrocuted at Construction Site in Samut Prakan

[Georgealbert]

 

 

A construction worker was electrocuted while plugging in a water pump at an underground power line installation project in Bang Bo District, Samut Prakan.

 

The incident occurred at 09:00 on November 16, near a construction site for an underground power line project next to the bridge by Wat Sarang Sok in Bang Bo District. Police Lieutenant Kasem Phetphimansamut, Deputy Inspector (Investigation) of Khlong Dan Police Station, received the report and coordinated with rescue volunteers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation to respond to the scene.

 

Upon arrival, rescue teams found the victim, identified as Mr. Jo, a 39-year-old Myanmar national employed by a drilling subcontractor. He was unconscious after suffering severe injuries from electrocution. Rescuers moved him to the sidewalk and performed CPR for approximately 20 minutes but were unable to revive him. The victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

 

A coworker, identified as Mr. Aung, stated that the team of five workers was preparing to start the day’s work. Mr. Jo had gone to plug in the water pump when he suddenly began convulsing, indicating he had been electrocuted. Suspecting an electrical short circuit, Mr. Aung quickly cut off the power and alerted their supervisor to contact authorities.

 

Investigators collected evidence at the scene and interviewed coworkers to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The victim’s body was transferred to Ramathibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital for an autopsy.

 

Authorities are also working to inform the victim’s family and coordinate legal proceedings to address the tragic incident. Safety measures at the construction site are expected to be reviewed to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

 

Picture from responders.

-- 2024-11-17