Boston, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Construction work at 575 Albany Street in Boston has been halted following a workplace injury that required hospitalization. A worker became trapped at the site due to shifting scaffolding and was rescued by firefighters. The incident raised safety concerns, leading to a stop-work order from Boston Inspectional Services. Investigations by the Boston Fire Department and OSHA are underway to determine the incident’s cause and compliance with safety regulations.
Boston officials have ordered a halt to construction work at a site after a worker suffered an injury that required hospitalization on Tuesday. The incident took place at 11:28 a.m. at 575 Albany Street, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
Boston first responders were called to the scene to assist the injured construction worker, who became trapped due to evolving site conditions. Firefighters had to use a ladder and basket to safely extricate the worker from a third-floor window, as the building’s interior had been completely gutted and required temporary stairs. After being lowered to the ground, the worker was transported to a nearby hospital while being reported as conscious and alert during transport.
A nearby employee of a laboratory reported that exterior scaffolding had been installed just a week prior to the incident. Fire officials indicated that a stack of staging frames might have shifted and struck the worker. Conversely, the owner of the construction company said that the worker slipped and fell, hitting his head as he lifted framing components within the building. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been notified regarding the incident to investigate potential safety violations.
In response to the injury, Boston Inspectional Services issued a stop-work order due to major life safety concerns and OSHA violations at the site. Officials also noted that there was no qualified supervisor present when the incident occurred. In light of this, a meeting is scheduled for Thursday morning with the contractor and relevant parties to review safety protocols and to submit detailed safety plans, along with an engineer’s affidavit concerning existing site conditions.
Witnesses indicated that during the rescue operation, the injured worker was seen attempting to communicate but was limited due to his injuries. According to Deputy Chief Martin McCormack from the Boston Fire Department, it is believed the worker may have lost consciousness after being struck by shifting scaffolding. The contractor mentioned that the worker was engaged in lifting when the accident transpired, necessitating the use of a backboard for transportation.
Currently, the worker is under concussion protocol following the injury. As part of the ongoing investigation, the Boston Fire Department’s construction safety unit has been deployed to the site alongside OSHA and building inspectors. The investigation is still developing, with updates expected in the coming days.
Key Details of the Incident
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Location | 575 Albany Street, Boston |
| Time of Incident | 11:28 a.m. Tuesday |
| Response | Boston first responders, firefighters |
| Injury Severity | Worker hospitalized, conscious, and alert |
| Potential Causes | Shifting scaffolding, slip and fall |
| Regulatory Actions | Stop-work order issued by Boston Inspectional Services |
| Investigating Agencies | Boston Fire Department, OSHA, building inspectors |
FAQs
What caused the worker’s injury?
The injury may have been caused by shifting scaffolding or a slip and fall incident while lifting framing components.
Was the worker alone at the time of the incident?
There was no qualified supervisor present on-site at the time of the incident, which is a concern that the investigation will address.
What actions have been taken following the accident?
A stop-work order has been issued, and a meeting is planned to discuss safety protocols at the construction site.
Is there a potential for regulatory penalties?
Yes, the site has been found to have major life safety and OSHA violations, and this could result in penalties pending the investigation’s findings.
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Additional Resources
- Boston 25 News
- Wikipedia: Construction Safety
- WHDH
- Google Search: Boston construction worker injury
- MassLive
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Occupational Safety and Health
- NBC Boston
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- CBS News
- Google Scholar: Construction site safety protocols
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