Singapore security officer injured in casino ceiling collapse
Singapore Jan 5 2018 The ceiling board, located in an area leading to the mezzanine gaming area of the casino, injured three renovation workers and a security officer.
According to a spokesperson for the resort, the collapse fell at a time when no patrons were nearby.
“There were no guests at that area during the incident,” the spokesperson told The Straits Times. “One security staff and three external contractors sustained minor injuries.”
Three of the injured men were taken to Singapore General Hospital, with the fourth receiving outpatient treatment at a clinic located at Resorts World Sentosa. Those who went to the hospital were all discharged the same day. Reportedly, the workers suffered minor head injuries as well as cuts and abrasions.
According to visitors, the collapse was startling, even if it wasn’t actually of any danger to gamblers.
“I heard a loud sound,” a 30-year-old visitor identified as John told Channel News Asia. “I think there was one person who was injured, but with very mild injuries…probably the corner of [the ceiling board] hit him.”
According to the resort spokesperson, the collapse occurred while workers were doing renovation work as part of enhancements to the venue. While further danger to visitors is unlikely, the facility will be doing everything it can to ensure there are no other problems before reopening the area.
“The safety of our guests and employees is our top priority,” the spokesperson said. “The mezzanine gaming area is temporarily closed and will resume operation after a thorough safety inspection is completed.”
