A routine day at work took a terrifying turn — and it was all caught on camera.
Newly released CCTV footage shows a worker calmly closing a large industrial barrier when, without warning, it suddenly unlatches and swings back with incredible force.
In just seconds, what looked like a normal safety procedure became a freak accident. The worker, unaware of what’s coming, is caught completely off guard as the barrier snaps back and knocks him to the ground.
Colleagues rushed to help as the footage shows the full force of the unexpected blow. Viewers have been left stunned at how quickly things went wrong — and how lucky the worker is to be alive.
People are now calling for stricter safety checks, with many pointing out that this could’ve easily ended in tragedy.
👇 Watch the shocking footage unfold here: