Worker dies after being struck by hose at Jurong Port Road construction site; MOM investigating
A 35-year-old construction worker died at a Jurong Port Road site in Singapore after being struck by a pressurized hose. The Ministry of Manpower has launched an investigation and ordered a work stoppage at the site to review safety protocols for compressed air systems.
Why it matters
Workplace safety enforcement is a major regulatory priority in Singapore, and this incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with heavy industrial construction.
The worker was carrying foundation works at 37 Jurong Port Road at about 8.20pm when he was hit by the hose, MOM said on Sept 13.
Listen Summarise A 35-year-old worker died after being struck by a hose connected to a compressed air pump at a Jurong Port Road construction site; MOM is investigating. MOM emphasises safety measures for compressed air systems, warning that improper handling can cause serious injuries from hoses whipping or flying projectiles. This incident follows another recent death nearby; construction accounted for four workplace deaths and 65 major injuries in early 2026, prompting MOM to review safety enforcement for contractors. AI generated
SINGAPORE – A 35-year-old worker died after he was struck by a hose connected to a compressed air pump at a construction site in Jurong Port Road on Sept 1 1.
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