Worker, 22, dies in fall at Tanjong Rhu BTO construction site

A 22-year-old worker died on 28 Sep 2026 after falling from the 12th storey of the Tanjong Rhu Riverfront II BTO worksite. He was carrying out concrete casting works when he fell, and all works on site have been suspended pending investigations.

SINGAPORE: A 22-year-old worker died on Monday (Sep 28) after falling from height at a Build-To-Order (BTO) construction site along Tanjong Rhu Road. The Housing and Development Board (HDB) said in a statement on Tuesday that the worker succumbed to his injuries at the Tanjong Rhu Riverfront II worksite.

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said the worker was carrying out concrete casting works with co-workers using a mobile concrete pump on the 12th storey when he fell at around 4.15pm. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it received a call for assistance at the site at about 4.20pm, and the worker was pronounced dead at the scene by a paramedic.

MOM and the police are investigating the incident. Based on preliminary investigations, the police said they do not suspect foul play.

“We are saddened by the fatality and extend our heartfelt condolences to the deceased’s family,” HDB said. The board added that it will render all the support and assistance, alongside contractor BHCC Construction, needed to the victim’s family. “Safety at our worksites is of utmost priority, and we are working with the contractor to assist the authorities with their investigations on this matter,” it said, adding that it takes a very serious view of the incident.

All works on site have been suspended until further notice. MOM said that BHCC Construction has also been instructed to stop concrete casting operations using the mobile concrete pump at the worksite. “As general safety requirements, concrete casting equipment must be inspected prior to use, work activities properly supervised, and measures put in place to prevent falls when working at height,” MOM added.

In June, the ministry tightened penalties for companies that flout workplace safety rules after a spate of workplace deaths. Under the stricter measures, such companies face higher fines and longer stop-work orders.