The occupational safety in microtunneling projects is a top priority due to the special conditions of subway work. These works require a high degree of technical control, regulatory compliance and the use of specialized machinery that minimizes risks to personnel.
🔐 Regulations and protocols applied.
In order to ensure safe environments, Eurohinca strictly applies the Law 31/1995 on Occupational Risk Prevention and the Royal Decree 1627/1997which regulates the minimum health and safety provisions in construction works. In the specific case of microtunnels, additional measures are incorporated such as:
Systems of forced ventilation in the tunnel and thrust chambers.
Constant surveillance with gas sensors and presence of oxygen.
Specific training of personnel in confined work and shield handling.
Emergency plans with marked evacuation routes and secure access.
These measures are integrated from project design to execution, and are part of our methodology in the following areas microtunneling projects.
🛠️ Technology and automation to reduce risks
The technology itself also improves safety. The modern microtunnelers allow operation from the outside through automated systems, minimizing the need for operators to enter the active excavation area. At Eurohinca we use shields with remote control and continuous monitoring systems.
For more technical information on safety in urban tunnels, the National Institute for Safety and Health at Work (INSST) offers specific practical guidance for this type of environment.
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