Construction workers in Macquarie Park had a terrifyingly close call this week when a large section of scaffolding being lowered by a crane from a high-rise building suddenly plummeted to the ground, narrowly missing several personnel on site.
Dramatic Dashcam Footage Captures Near Miss
Dashcam footage, provided to media outlets by a passing driver, vividly captures the frightening incident as it unfolded on Talavera Road. The video shows the crane in the process of lowering the scaffolding before the load abruptly gives way, slamming onto the construction site below with tremendous force.
Workers Scramble to Safety Moments Before Impact
In the footage, several workers can be seen scrambling away just moments before the scaffolding hits the ground, highlighting how perilously close they were to potential serious injury or worse. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the hazards present on busy construction sites, particularly when heavy machinery and elevated loads are involved.
Authorities and site managers are likely to launch an immediate investigation into the cause of the failure, examining whether it was due to equipment malfunction, operator error, or structural issues with the scaffolding itself. Such incidents underscore the critical importance of stringent safety protocols and regular equipment checks in the construction industry to prevent accidents and protect workers.
