CPR was given to a man who fell down the building elevator shaft. The incident occurred inside the CBC broadcast building. Based on reports, he was washing windows when he fell down an elevator shaft.
Workplace accident
The emergency crews were called to the building, which was located near John and Front streets, before 7 PM after receiving reports that someone had fallen through a hatch in an elevator.
According to Toronto police, the victim has fallen quite a significant distance. The paramedics initiated CPR and first aid on the victim but he later succumbed to his injuries.
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Immediate delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save a life. This life-saving technique significantly improves the chances of survival during emergencies.
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