A farmer in Wexford died after walking on what he believed was solid roof material, an inquest revealed. The incident occurred at a farmstead where the farmer was working. The inquest heard that the Perspex sheets on the roof could blend in with the stronger material, making them difficult to distinguish. The farmer suffered a fatal fall.
The farmer, identified only by his name, was on the property when he stepped onto the roof. The material he walked on was Perspex, which is transparent and can appear similar to the stronger, more rigid roofing panels. The inquest noted that the visual similarity between the two materials may have led to the accident.
This is not the first time such an incident has occurred in the area. Local authorities have previously warned about the potential hazards of similar roofing materials. The case has prompted discussions about safety measures and clearer identification of different roofing components.
The incident highlights the risks associated with working on industrial or agricultural structures where materials may be visually similar. Safety guidelines are being reviewed to prevent similar accidents. The farmer’s family has not commented publicly.
