A serious workplace accident in ⁤the rivière-des-Prairies borough of Montreal has left a man fighting for his life.⁤ Emergency services were called to a business on Rue Notre-Dame Est shortly before 10:00 AM on Friday, December 12, 2025, responding to ⁣reports of a worker injured in an industrial ⁢incident.

details of the incident

According to initial reports from the Montreal Police Service (SPVM), the incident ⁢involved a male employee⁣ who sustained critical injuries. While the ⁣exact nature of the accident remains under investigation, authorities confirmed the man⁤ was working at ⁢the time of the incident. The SPVM’s investigation is⁢ focused on determining the circumstances that led to the worker’s injuries and ‍ensuring all safety protocols were followed.

Paramedics immediately transported the injured worker to a local hospital,where he is currently listed in critical condition. The hospital has not released the worker’s name or ‍further details regarding his⁢ injuries, citing patient privacy.

Workplace Safety Investigation

The Quebec Labor ⁢Board⁤ (Commission des normes, de⁣ l’équité, ⁣de la santé⁢ et de la sécurité du travail – CNESST) has launched a full investigation into the accident. The CNESST is responsible for preventing ⁣workplace accidents and‍ ensuring worker safety across the province of Quebec. Their investigation will involve examining the work environment, equipment, and safety procedures in place at the time of the incident.

Investigators will interview ⁣witnesses, review company safety records, and potentially reconstruct the ⁣events leading up to the accident. The goal is to identify any potential safety violations or‍ systemic issues that contributed to the incident and to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The⁤ CNESST’s findings⁢ and recommendations will be⁢ made public once the ‍investigation is complete.

Focus on Worker ⁣Wellbeing

This incident underscores the importance of robust workplace safety measures and the ongoing need for vigilance in⁣ protecting⁤ workers.Employers are‍ legally obligated to provide a safe working environment for their employees, and⁢ workers⁣ have the right⁣ to refuse unsafe work. Resources for workplace safety in Quebec are available through the Quebec Labour board.

The condition of the injured worker remains precarious,and the community is hoping for his full recovery. ⁣Updates will be provided as they become ⁤available from official sources.