The three-storey building under construction at the Roman Ridge Engineering Center recently experienced what was initially reported as a collapse, causing concern in the local community. Fabrico Builders, the company responsible for the project, had been constructing the structure between a 10-storey apartment complex and the Ghana Institute of Engineering. The Ghana National Fire Service responded quickly after receiving an emergency call around 12:18 p.m., dispatching a team that found 14 male workers had already been rescued. The injured were taken to the 37 Military Hospital and Ridge Hospital for treatment.
However, Hon. Adams Usif, the Assembly Member for Roman Ridge Electoral Area, contested the initial reports regarding the severity of the incident. Upon his arrival at the site, he observed that the injured workers had received immediate care and there were no serious injuries as initially feared. According to Usif, the incident was not a building collapse but rather an accident during construction. Workers were pouring concrete on a roof when some of it spilled, leading to misunderstandings about the nature of the incident.
The Assembly Member was clear in emphasizing that the structure was still under construction and not a completed or story building, meaning there was no full collapse. This clarification aims to calm fears among residents and stakeholders who may have been alarmed by the early reports. Understanding the difference between an accident during construction and a structural collapse is essential for evaluating the incident’s impact and consequences.
This event highlights the importance of maintaining safety protocols on construction sites. While the workers were fortunate to escape serious harm, the incident underscores the need for continual vigilance and protective measures during all phases of building projects. The community, local authorities, and Fabrico Builders will likely review safety procedures to prevent similar occurrences, ensuring that construction work proceeds without endangering lives or property.
Source: Ohemaa Adusi-Poku