Scaffolding Strikes Power Line, One Dead, Two Critical

By Mark DaCosta- A construction site in Houston turned deadly on September 1 when scaffolding reportedly came into contact with live power lines, killing one worker and leaving at least two others critically injured.

The tragedy once again exposes the potentially lethal dangers workers face when construction activity takes place near live electrical infrastructure and raises urgent questions about whether adequate safety precautions were in place.

Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) is urging contractors, workers and the public to exercise extreme caution around electrical infrastructure following a fatal accident in New Houston. GPL said scaffolding reportedly rolled from a building and struck a 13.8 kV power line, killing one person and injuring at least two others. The company expressed condolences to the deceased’s family and wished the injured a full recovery.