An Oregon man narrowly avoided a runaway saw blade at a construction site near a QuickTrip Neighborhood Market in Eugene. Shane Reimche was entering the store when the blade came charging behind him, captured on security camera footage from March 28. The blade narrowly missed Reimche as it zoomed by a parked truck in the store parking lot, hitting the building next to the door with such force that it shook the entire store. Fortunately, Reimche and other customers inside were left physically unharmed.
The construction site where the incident occurred is being worked on by Northwest Natural Holdings (NW Natural) and two other teams. NW Natural’s senior director of communications, David Roy, stated that the incident involved a contractor on their site and that they have removed the contractor from other projects for the time being. The safety team at NW Natural is working with the contractor to determine the cause of the incident and what corrective actions need to be taken in the future. Roy emphasized that safety is a top priority for the company and they are grateful that no one was injured in this unusual and potentially tragic event.
The video footage of the runaway saw blade incident went viral, drawing attention to the need for safety measures on construction sites. The harrowing footage captured the moment the blade narrowly missed Reimche as he entered the convenience store, highlighting the potential dangers of such incidents. The impact of the blade hitting the building with such force served as a reminder of the importance of ensuring safety protocols are in place to prevent accidents like this from occurring in the future.
The quick thinking of Reimche and other customers inside the store likely prevented any injuries from occurring during the incident. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers present on construction sites and the importance of following strict safety procedures to prevent accidents. NW Natural’s response to the incident, including removing the contractor from other projects and working to determine the cause and corrective actions, demonstrates their commitment to safety and preventing future incidents.
The incident at the construction site near the QuickTrip Neighborhood Market serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers that can arise unexpectedly in everyday situations. The incident could have had far more serious consequences if Reimche had been struck by the runaway blade. The viral video of the incident has sparked discussions about safety measures on construction sites and the need for increased awareness of potential hazards in public spaces. Moving forward, it is essential for companies like NW Natural to continue prioritizing safety to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
