The death of a worker at the new Camp Nou site raises serious questions about whether safety protocols are being adequately enforced. This is not a minor incident but a fatal accident, and it cannot be dismissed as an unavoidable risk. The project, like many large-scale builds, is under pressure to meet deadlines and budgets, which can lead to corners being cut on safety.
Trade unions have long warned about the dangers of rushed construction work, especially in complex urban environments. Investigators must look not just at the immediate cause but at systemic issues: were there enough safety inspections? Were workers properly trained? Were spot checks frequent?
FC Barcelona and the construction company have a duty to ensure that no worker walks into a hazardous environment. The fact that this is the first fatality does not absolve them from accountability. Safety must be the top priority, and until a full, independent investigation is completed, work should remain suspended. Any attempt to quickly restart the project could put more lives at risk.