Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling – update 3
More images continue to show the challenging confined space recovery of a worker on Thursday in Wheeling. The operation involved multiple teams working together under difficult conditions to safely retrieve the individual from a chemical tank. Tech team members make preparations for the recovery. Tim Olk photo An overview of the tanks and the recovery operation. Tim Olk photo Several technical rescue team members confer on top of the storage tank. Larry Shapiro photo The rigging is setup from the tower ladder. Larry Shapiro photo Firefighters go over their action plan and check their equipment. Larry Shapiro photo A firefighter is readied for entry into the tank. Larry Shapiro photo A firefighter is lowered into the storage tank. Larry Shapiro photo The firefighter is now inside the storage tank. Larry Shapiro photo Several firefighters stand by as one team member attaches a harness on the victim so he can be removed from the noxious tank. Larry Shapiro photo An overview of the scene and fire apparatus in the company parking lot. Larry Shapiro photo The scene has been setup for the victim to be removed to the decon area and then into the awaiting ambulance. Larry Shapiro photo As the operation continues, emergency personnel remain on-site, working carefully to ensure the safety of all involved. Local officials have not yet released the identity of the deceased, but they are cooperating with investigators to determine the cause of the incident. The community is mourning the loss of a worker during what should have been a routine task. This tragic event highlights the dangers faced by those who work in hazardous environments and underscores the importance of proper safety protocols. Thin Blade Slitter Scorer Machine Slitter Scorer Machine,Corrugated Slitter Scorer,Corrugated Machine DONGGUANG CANGHAI PACKING MACHINE CO.,LTD , https://www.xtprintmachine.com