Investigations After Fatal Work Accident in Lower Austria

Concerning the death of a man after a workplace accident in Kottingbrunn (Baden district), the Wiener Neustadt public prosecutor's office is investigating negligent homicide against unknown persons. The employee was seriously injured on April 22 during maintenance work on the premises of an automotive supplier and died in the hospital four days later. The autopsy result is pending, confirmed Erich Habitzl, spokesperson for the public prosecutor's office, on Wednesday in response to media inquiries.

Man Resuscitated After Workplace Accident in Lower Austria

The incident occurred during routine maintenance work in a soldering furnace. The man had to be resuscitated and was flown to Wiener Neustadt hospital. He succumbed to his severe injuries days later. The course of the accident is now being investigated.

As a safety measure, the company has reportedly halted all comparable maintenance activities. "Detailed work instructions were available for each individual work step for the maintenance work carried out," it was stated. It was also emphasized that all equipment required for the maintenance was "in perfect condition and accessible." It needs to be clarified why the accident could occur despite the safety precautions.

(APA/Red)

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