On May 2, 2023, a metal bar slipped from workers' hands during dismantling works at the Chong Pang City construction site, damaging the roof of nearby Block 103 Yishun Ring Road [1, 2]. No injuries were reported from the incident [1, 2].
The metal bar struck a material stacking rack, which deflected it out of the work area, causing the roof damage [1, 2]. Following the event, construction work was immediately halted by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA), directing the main contractor, Rich Construction Company, to stop operations [1, 2]. The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) issued a Stop Work Order on May 4 and appointed a Qualified Person to investigate the incident [1, 2].
The investigation report was submitted to BCA on May 8. After review, BCA accepted the findings and lifted the Stop Work Order on May 20, allowing work to resume under stricter conditions [1, 2]. The Qualified Person confirmed no structural defects were found in the roof and that flats and common corridors remain safe for residents [1, 2].
Repairs to the damaged roof at Block 103 Yishun Ring Road are scheduled to start on May 26 and are expected to complete by June 3 [1, 2]. Residents can continue using common areas and access corridors during the repair, as the roof structure remains intact and safe [1, 2].
Additional safety measures at the construction site include installing full-height safety nets, erecting plywood barriers around dismantling zones, and removing stacking racks and loose materials to prevent similar incidents [1, 2]. SLA emphasized that the safety of residents, workers, and the surrounding community remains its top priority. The authority also apologized for any anxiety and inconvenience caused [2].
