Death after 'heavy machinery incident' at major wind project
Incident at Queensland wind power project reportedly involved a piece of heavy machinery
A worker has died at a major Australian wind project being developed by Squadron Energy during the installation of Goldwind turbines.
“All work on site has been suspended, and the family has been notified and is being supported. Our thoughts are with the worker’s family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.”
The Clarke Creek wind project has a planned 450MW nameplate capacity and will produce enough electricity to power around 330,000 homes, says Squadron.
The project will feature 100 turbines produced by China’s Goldwind, each with 4.5MW capacity.
"Despite being treated by emergency services on site, the worker was unfortunately unable to be saved," said the turbine-making giant.
In its statement, Squadron said it wanted to “acknowledge and thank the colleagues and first responders who responded to this tragedy.”
“We will fully cooperate with investigating authorities, and we ask that the privacy of the family and all those affected be respected at this time.”
In an update last month, Squadron said that the project team had successfully installed 87 wind turbines, with 75 of those commissioned and able to generate power. All three substations have been successfully energised.
The project is planned for completion in the coming months.