A work incident in Novelda involved medical aid after a crush injury
In Novelda, a worker experienced a serious crush injury while on the job. The incident was promptly addressed by a SAMU unit, which arrived on the scene and provided immediate medical care. The emergency team performed first aid to stabilize the worker before any further actions. A SAMU unit was relocated to the site to ensure continued support during the initial response. This event underscores the quick action of emergency responders when workplace injuries occur, and the scene was managed with a focus on rapid stabilization and swift transfer to medical facilities for ongoing treatment. Source: Regional Health Authority.
The emergency responders faced a challenging situation as the worker’s condition required rapid assessment and life support measures. The crew evaluated the severity of the trauma, coordinating with hospital services to prepare for a possible transfer. Ambulance transport was arranged to ensure the patient could receive comprehensive care as soon as possible. Source: Regional Health Authority.
Shortly after the incident, an operator in his fifties was transported by ambulance to Alicante General University Hospital. The Emergency Medical Care Service was mobilized to provide continuous monitoring and care during transit, ensuring that vital signs were stabilized en route. The medical team remained in contact with the receiving hospital to brief clinicians on the patient’s status. Source: Regional Health Authority.
A company worker died in Agost after a fall from height
This tragedy adds to a prior fatality reported nearby the day before. A 48-year-old electrician lost his life in the neighboring town of August after a fall from a height. Witness accounts and preliminary investigations suggest the incident occurred on a platform inside one of the ceramic company’s facilities. The fall from approximately three meters appears to be related to work activities on site. Source: Regional Health Authority.
Investigators are examining the conditions on the platform and evaluating safety practices at the ship or workstation involved in the fall. Early indications point to a need for review of fall protection measures and work-at-height protocols within ceramic manufacturing environments. The broader context highlights the importance of strict adherence to safety standards to prevent similar tragedies in industrial settings. Source: Regional Health Authority.