11-metre fall — A 21-year-old worker was critically injured after a fall from a roof while installing solar panels in Paphos on Tuesday.
- 11-metre fall — A 21-year-old worker was critically injured after a fall from a roof while installing solar panels in Paphos on Tuesday.
The incident occurred while the young man was engaged in the installation of photovoltaic systems. Witnesses reported that he fell approximately 11 metres to the ground under circumstances that remain under investigation by local authorities.
Following the fall, an ambulance was summoned to the scene, transporting the injured worker to Paphos General Hospital. Medical staff have since confirmed that he suffered a head injury, and his condition is currently classified as critical.
Police have collaborated with the Department of Labour Inspection to conduct a thorough investigation into the events leading up to the accident. Officers visited the site to gather evidence and assess safety protocols in place during the installation work.
This incident has raised concerns regarding workplace safety standards in the construction sector, particularly given the hazardous nature of working at heights. Authorities are emphasising the importance of proper safety measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
