Man injured while working on truck airlifted to Brisbane hospital

Man Injured While Working on Truck Airlifted to Brisbane Hospital

A man suffered head injuries and arm injuries after the truck he was working on rolled onto him in Queensland's South Burnett Region. He was later airlifted to a Brisbane hospital in a stable condition, following a rapid emergency response from local rescue crews.

What Happened

The incident happened on Friday morning, sending shockwaves through the local community. Emergency services were alerted swiftly once the man became trapped beneath the truck he had been servicing.

The RACQ LifeFlight rescue chopper was called to the South Burnett Region at 10.30 am. Crews arrived to find a man, aged in his 20s, pinned by the vehicle he'd been working on.

Emergency Response and Treatment

The aeromedical crew worked alongside Queensland ambulance paramedics to treat the injured man at the scene. Coordinated efforts between both teams ensured his condition was stabilised before transport.

He was flown to a Brisbane hospital, where staff confirmed he remains in stable condition today. This outcome highlights how critical fast-response aeromedical services are for workers injured in remote or regional areas.

Why Truck-Related Incidents Remain a Workplace Risk

Incidents involving trucks rolling or shifting unexpectedly during maintenance work are a recurring hazard across Australian workplaces. Similar cases, such as the truck trailer incident that left a Brisbane boy critically injured, underscore how quickly routine tasks can turn dangerous without proper controls in place.

Employers and workers alike must prioritise vehicle stabilisation, wheel chocking and lockout procedures before undertaking repairs beneath or around heavy vehicles. These measures form a core part of responsible workplace safety practice today.

Related Safety Incidents

This story follows a string of recent injuries requiring emergency airlift across Queensland. Other cases include a man airlifted to hospital after a bull attack and a man injured in a tree-cutting incident north of Brisbane, both of which required urgent aeromedical intervention.

Strengthening Workplace Safety for Vehicle Maintenance

Businesses managing fleets or heavy machinery should review their safe work method statements regularly to reduce risk during maintenance tasks. Resources like Quarries Working In SWMS and Working At Heights SWMS provide practical guidance for teams operating around heavy vehicles and elevated equipment.

For businesses seeking comprehensive coverage, the Working at Height Safety Packages offer instant-download documentation tailored to high-risk environments.

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