Scaffolding Collapse at Viaduct Construction Site in Diyarbakır Kulp: Four Workers Dead
Scaffolding collapsed during viaduct construction in Diyarbakır Kulp, killing 4 workers (Şeyhmus Anuştekin, Tahsin Dere, Salih Lale, Mehmet Şirin Yalçıner) and injuring 1. An official investigation has begun.
A tragic occupational accident occurred at a viaduct construction site currently under construction in the Kulp district of Diyarbakır. Four workers lost their lives and one worker was injured when scaffolding collapsed during concrete pouring. A judicial and administrative investigation has been launched into the incident.
Details of the incident and casualty count
The incident took place on November 11 at the viaduct construction site in Kulp district. According to available information, the scaffolding being used during concrete pouring operations collapsed for a reason yet to be determined. Workers on the scaffolding were trapped under the rubble following the collapse.
Health, gendarmerie, and rescue teams were dispatched to the scene. While the injured worker was transferred to the hospital, it was confirmed that four workers had lost their lives.
Identities of the deceased and the injured worker's condition
According to a statement released by the Occupational Health and Safety Assembly (İSİG Meclisi), the identities of the workers who died in the accident have been determined. The names and ages of the deceased are:
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Şeyhmus Anuştekin (45)
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Tahsin Dere (45)
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Salih Lale (52)
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Mehmet Şirin Yalçıner (50)
It was reported that the treatment of the injured worker, Cüneyt N. (36), is continuing in the hospital.
Investigation launched
Following the unfortunate accident, a comprehensive investigation process has been initiated by the Diyarbakır Governorship and relevant institutions to determine the cause of the incident. It is understood that technical examinations are ongoing to establish the definitive cause of the collapse.
The accident has once again brought the importance of safety measures in the high-risk construction sector to the forefront.
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