After a scaffolding collapsed in a street in Gzira, the OHSA and BCA released the following statement.
With reference to the incident in Reggie Miller Street, Gżira, where scaffolding collapsed, the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) and the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) are investigating the incident, where no injuries are being reported.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the scaffolding collapsed while works were being carried out. Further investigations are underway to determine the cause of the incident. The contractor and the developer had obtained the necessary permits from the relevant authorities for the works being undertaken.
An operation is currently underway, under the surveillance of both authorities, to remove the scaffolding so that the road can be reopened.
