According to reports received by the Hana Human Rights Organization, Ahmad Abast, a worker from Darreh Nakhi village in Sarvabad county, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026, after 15 days of hospitalization in Sanandaj due to severe injuries sustained from a fall from a height.
According to received information, this worker fell from scaffolding while working approximately two weeks ago and was severely injured. Following the incident, he was transferred to the hospital and admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) due to his critical condition, but despite ongoing medical treatment, he passed away on Monday.
Ahmad Abast was married and the father of a young child. As of the publication of this report, further details regarding the exact location of the incident, workplace safety conditions, and protective equipment provided to the worker have not been released; therefore, the precise cause of the accident and the level of compliance with workplace safety standards require further investigation.
Occupational accidents, particularly falls from heights, once again underscore the critical need for protective equipment, adherence to safety regulations, and effective monitoring of work environments. Providing safe working conditions and preventing avoidable hazards are fundamental obligations of employers and relevant institutions responsible for labor safety and protection.