A worker in his 20s was impaled after falling about three metres at a Macquarie Park building site on 14 April 2025.
Key Facts
- When: just before 11am, 14 April 2025
- Where: Talavera Road, Macquarie Park
- Fall: about three metres through a deck
- Hospital: Royal North Shore
- Injuries: not life-threatening
What Happened
The man fell through a deck and was impaled in the buttocks, NSW Ambulance said. Crews helped get him out.
Work Safety
Falls are a big risk on building sites. SafeWork NSW was asked for comment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the fall happen?
Talavera Road, Macquarie Park.
How far did he fall?
About three metres.
Was he badly hurt?
His injuries were not life-threatening.
Conclusion
The worker was lucky to survive with non-life-threatening injuries.
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