A man was given CPR after a fatal workplace accident in Delta. The WorkSafeBC is investigating a fatal incident.
Danger in the workplace
The man is declared dead after a workplace accident in Annacis Island. The WorkSafeBC was called in to investigate the accident, after an employee of Van Wasteco Inc. apparently fell from the top of a rail car. CPR was performed at the time of his fall, but sadly he died.
According to WorkSafeBC spokesperson Ally Skinner-Reynolds, it appears that the man fell about 18-20 feet to the ground. It remains unclear what he was doing on top of the rail car.
Skinner-Reynolds added that the man fell, CPR was performed and transported to Royal Columbian Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Prompt intervention with CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an essential skill that can save a life. It is recommended to enroll in a first aid course to learn this life-saving technique.
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LEARN MORE
Learn how to help by enrolling in a class on first aid and CPR and for more information, check out these sources:
Wikipedia – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Understanding Life-Saving Techniques
Mayo Clinic – First Aid CPR: Mastering the Basics of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Healthline – CPR: Essential First Aid for Cardiac Emergencies