Safety Violations at Axels Tivoli During Cityfestivalen in Västerås
Axels tivoli faces scrutiny for safety violations at Västerås Cityfestivalen, prompting management response.
Key Points
- • Workers spotted dismantling rides without fall protection gear.
- • Site manager acknowledges safety oversights but claims only one violation occurred.
- • An internal investigation and a commitment to hire an additional safety officer are planned.
- • The incidents were documented, raising concerns about workplace safety compliance.
During the ongoing Cityfestivalen in Västerås, Axels tivoli was found to have serious safety violations concerning worker protections, particularly related to fall protection regulations. Reports revealed that workers dismantling amusement rides were seen operating at heights exceeding 2.37 meters without the mandatory fall protection harnesses, contravening safety laws designed to protect personnel in high-risk jobs.
Mikael Andréasson, the site manager at Axels tivoli, acknowledged the lapses in safety measures during an interview, stating, "Tyvärr missar en person det här och det är jättetråkigt" ("Unfortunately, one person missed this, and it is very unfortunate"). Andréasson maintained, however, that only one of the documented violations was indeed a breach of safety regulations, despite mounting evidence indicating multiple incidents of non-compliance.
In response to these findings, Kevin Andreasson, CEO of Hajk Group, which operates the tivoli, announced that an internal investigation would be launched to review practices during the festival. The company is also planning to engage in discussions with Västerås city officials to address the issue. As preventive measures, they will be hiring an additional safety officer to oversee operations for future events, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the safety of their workers.