Concrete Slab Collapse Caused Ocean City Worker's Fatal Fall: Report

Ocean City NJ

11 May, 2022

1:04 PM

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OCEAN CITY, NJ — The death of an Ocean City worker at Gillian's Wonderland Pier earlier this month was caused by a concrete platform collapsing, according to a report by the Press of Atlantic City. Robert Sanger, 62, of Pittsgrove, died on May 2 after sustaining injuries from a fall while working on a lift. Read More: Worker Dead After Fall At Gillian's Wonderland Pier Sanger was vice president and partner with Cargo Tech International Inc., which was working on rides at the amusement park, the news outlet reported. Shane Smith, the company's president, told the outlet that Sanger was lowering the lift when the concrete platform gave way. The lift was parked on top of concrete, and when Sanger went to lower and relocate the lift after finishing work on the Ferris wheel, the concrete collapsed, the report said. Smith was not at the site when the accident happened, the report said, but was told by other crew members. OSHA is currently investigating Sanger's death. Read More: OSHA Emphasizes Fall Safety After Tragic Gillian's Pier Death Sign up for Patch alerts and daily newsletters here, or download our app to have breaking news alerts sent right to your phone. Have a news tip? Email [email protected].