The Lagos State Safety Commission has sealed Monterosa Construction site following a serious crane incident which occurred at the site involving crane operations.
A statement issued on Sunday by the Agency’s Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Adewunmi Okoh, said preliminary investigation reveals that the crane operator, one Mr. Rotimi Adesina sustained fatal injuries during the incident and was transported to a hospital where he later died.
According to the statement, the company has been directed to submit all necessary documentation relating to the crane and overall project operations for thorough review by the Commission.
Meanwhile, the Director General, Safety Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola directed that the construction site be sealed with an abatement notice served to eliminate any immediate danger and protect the lives of all workers on site.
Mojola said safety of lives is key and on no account should safety precautionary measures be compromised.
He disclosed that further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Mojola commiserated with the family of the deceased, assuring the public of continued commitment to preventing the recurrence of such tragic incidents through strict enforcement of safety regulations.
