Contractor must face consequences for Buduburam blast – Safety Expert

Jonathan Antwi, an Occupational Safety and Health Professional, has called for accountability following the deadly Buduburam explosion, which killed three people and injured over 30 during a road expansion project on October 14, 2024.

Antwi, speaking on Citi FM, blamed the contractor for failing to follow key safety protocols, specifically those outlined by the Mineral Commission's LI 2177 Section 175, which regulates blasting operations.

He urged that the contractor be held responsible, reflecting public outrage and demands for stricter safety enforcement to prevent similar incidents in the future.