Kofinou, Cyprus. A fatal work accident was reported on Friday afternoon in the Kofinou area, resulting in the death of Fins Alexandru, 55, from Romania. Police said Alexandru sustained fatal injuries while unloading cement counterweights from a truck.
Incident details
Larnaca police spokesperson Spyros Chrysostomou said Alexandru was employed by a private company engaged in the assembly of electricity authority pylons. He said the worker was inside the truck when it tilted to the right during unloading at around 15:30.
Planned legal steps
Chrysostomou said authorities will request an arrest warrant for the truck driver who was transporting electric poles.
Investigation
Police are investigating the case in cooperation with the labour office to determine the exact causes of the accident.
What steps should authorities take to improve safety during the unloading of heavy materials at work sites?