Working underground

Working inside a hydropower tunnel is always a challenging and often uncomfortable experience, but it becomes even more difficult when working with certain Chinese contractors. Their disregard for health and safety protocols can be beyond comprehension. Over the years, we’ve witnessed numerous tragic accidents inside these tunnels, many of them fatal, due to the lack of proper safety measures.

Given this, I urge everyone involved in tunnel work—whether engineers, laborers, or contractors—to cooperate closely to create a safe working environment. Safety is a shared responsibility, and ensuring the well-being of every worker must be our top priority. The dangerous nature of tunnel work is unavoidable, but with proper precautions, strict adherence to safety guidelines, and open communication, we can prevent accidents and protect lives.

In the high-risk environment of hydropower construction, where confined spaces and heavy machinery are common, prioritizing safety is not just a legal obligation but a moral one. Working together is the only way to safeguard those who risk their lives every day inside these hazardous tunnels.