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Worker falls from cell phone tower: Serious injuries in Schifferstadt!
A 31-year-old worker falls from a cell phone tower in Schifferstadt, Rhineland-Palatinate during maintenance work and is seriously injured.
Worker falls from cell phone tower: Serious injuries in Schifferstadt!
A serious industrial accident occurred on July 9, 2025 at 2:40 p.m. in the “Birkenschlag” parking lot on Autobahn 61 in Rhineland-Palatinate. A 31-year-old maintenance technician fell from a height of around three to four meters while working on a cell phone tower. The incident happened around 15 kilometers from Mannheim and resulted in several broken bones for the worker, although his life was not in danger. He was immediately transported to a nearby hospital by rescue helicopter, as ffh.de reports.
According to initial findings, the technician was properly equipped with the required climbing equipment. When this equipment was inspected, no malfunctions or damage were found. The police have ruled out foul play as a possible cause, which is why investigators now suspect that the clasp on the climbing equipment may not have been secured correctly, as wochenblatt-reporter.de reports.
Investigations are ongoing
The police investigation into the exact cause of the accident is already in full swing. In addition to the police working there, experts from labor inspection authorities also describe that special safety regulations apply when using aerial work platforms and mast climbing platforms. Compliance with these regulations is crucial to avoid such accidents. This includes, among other things, securing railings and regular inspections of the equipment, as detailed on arbeitsinspektion.gv.at.
The parking lot where the accident occurred was temporarily closed so that the rescue helicopter could land. This shows how important it is to act quickly in the event of accidents in the work environment and at the same time ensure the safety of emergency personnel. Despite the frightening incident, it is reassuring to hear that the injured man is in stable condition.
Given the circumstances, it remains to be seen what further information the police investigation will reveal. Safety when working at heights should always be a top priority and it is hoped that lessons will be learned for the industry from this incident.