Construction Worker Rescued After Suspended Scaffolding Fails 15 Stories High: VIDEO

Construction Worker Rescued After Suspended Scaffolding Fails 15 Stories High

June 29, 2017 Shane Hedmond

Two construction workers in Sarasota, Florida were recently trapped 15 stories in the air after one of the lines on their suspended scaffolding snapped.   One of the two men was able to be pulled to safety by some co-workers on site, but the second was stuck on the scaffold for an hour before the fire department could rescue him.

The fire departments rescue of the man was caught on video as several news channels were on the scene as the story was unfolding. In it, you’ll see a member of the fire department repel down from the roof of the building, connect to the trapped man, and then be pulled back up to the rood to safety by other firemen on scene. The fire chief explained that this type of rescue is very rare. The first worker was evaluated on site for injuries and the second was transported to a local hospital for precautionary reasons.  It's not believed that either of the men suffered major injuries, thankfully.

The Sarasota County Fire Department shared some amazing photos of the rescue on their Facebook page:

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