Tragic Fall at Royal Plaza: A Worker Dies When Rope Snaps
A 27‑year‑old Indian construction worker tragically died on Tuesday after a rope snapped while he was painting the exterior of the Royal Plaza on Scotts in Singapore.
How It Happened
- The worker was secured to a rope and hanging several stories above the ground.
- While working, part of the rope became tangled with the side mirror of a passing bus.
- The unexpected entanglement caused the rope to snap, sending the worker plummeting to the street below.
Immediate Response
Police were notified at 5:37 pm and found the worker motionless. He was later pronounced dead by Singapore Civil Defence Force paramedics on site.
Investigations
- The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) is probing the incident, having identified the bus’s mirror as the likely culprit.
- Police investigations are also underway to determine the exact circumstances.
Company Details
The worker was employed by CKR Paints and Coating Specialist, while Advanced Specialist was the main contractor on the project. Because of the fatality, all rope‑access painting and cleaning work at the hotel has been halted.
Company Response
Employees from CKR Paints declined to comment on the accident or disclose whether the company will support the worker’s next of kin. One employee said, “The authorities are already looking into it, so we’ll have to wait to see what they say.”
What’s Next?
- Ongoing investigations by MOM and the police.
- Safety reviews for rope‑access work at the Royal Plaza.
- Possible legal and workplace policy updates pending investigation findings.
