Scarf accident at the autumn fair: woman injured – safety rules ignored!

Scarf accident at the autumn fair: woman injured – safety rules ignored!

A shocking moment at the Speyer Autumn Fair occurred on Wednesday afternoon when a woman was injured in a running store. Her scarf was unfortunately caught in a rotating pillar, resulting in an abrupt incident. Despite a prominent notice at the entrance stating that scarves must not be worn during use, this unfortunate incident occurred, which shows the importance of taking safety instructions seriously. The Speyer courier reported the quick reaction of the ride's supervisor, who immediately pressed the emergency stop switch and administered first aid.

Visitors to the fall fair, which is primarily known for family and fun, were visibly affected. A privacy screen was erected to protect the injured woman's privacy during treatment. The Johanniter rescue service as well as the city security and the event management were quickly there to provide support. The injured woman was then taken to hospital, while her child, who was also in the running store, fortunately remained uninjured.

Fast help and responsibility

After the incident, the police assessed the situation and were quickly able to give the all-clear. The walk-in store was given permission to resume operations because no technical defect was found. The authorities classified the incident as their own fault, which prompted the Speyer city administration to urgently ask visitors to follow the safety and usage instructions. This is especially true at a time when events such as the fall fair attract high numbers of visitors and security awareness is put to the test.

The crisis intervention service (KIT) took over the care of the supervisor and other affected accompanying persons in order to quickly deal with traumatic experiences. In recent years, increased attention has been paid to acting preventatively through targeted education and security concepts such as DGUV Information 215-310, which serves as a guide for security at events. This information is of utmost importance not only for organizers but also for visitors in order to minimize risks.

Promote security awareness

The recently updated DGUV safety information underlines the importance of precautionary measures. In addition to general safety, this updated version will also cover topics such as violence prevention and specific information for film and outdoor productions. This not only makes events safer, but also promotes an awareness of the responsibility of everyone involved.

The city of Speyer appreciates the quick action of the emergency and relief workers, who are indispensable at such a moment. Here it is important not only to maintain the anticipation of celebrations, but also to show a good knack for individual safety.