Man (50s) suffers injuries in workplace accident in Cork

The man underwent surgery at Cork University Hospital after the incident at Ringaskiddy port. It is understood that he sustained significant blood loss.
Man (50s) suffers injuries in workplace accident in Cork

Olivia Kelleher

The Health and Safety Authority has confirmed that it has launched an investigation after a man suffered serious injuries following a workplace accident in the Port of Cork on Wednesday night.

The man underwent surgery at Cork University Hospital after the incident at Ringaskiddy port. It is understood that he sustained significant blood loss.

The man, who is in his 50s, was treated by paramedics before being transported to hospital for emergency treatment.

The HSA has confirmed that a probe is underway.

“The HSA is aware of the incident and has launched an investigation. As such, no further information is available at this time.”

More in this section

Decathlon offers gift cards on used tents to stop festival-goers abandoning them Decathlon offers gift cards on used tents to stop festival-goers abandoning them
Man accused of attempted murder of police officer remanded in custody Man accused of attempted murder of police officer remanded in custody
Deposit return machines pose no biological risk to public health, study finds Deposit return machines pose no biological risk to public health, study finds

Sponsored Content

Discover the heart and soul of Irish Whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience Discover the heart and soul of Irish Whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience
Aimee Connolly’s content room is pretty in pink Aimee Connolly’s content room is pretty in pink
Gas Networks Ireland, committed to conserving and enhancing biodiversity Gas Networks Ireland, committed to conserving and enhancing biodiversity
Contact Us Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited

Add Echolive.ie to your home screen - easy access to Cork news, views, sport and more