The termination follows a pattern of severe work environment problems that have persisted for a long time and worsened in recent months, according to officials. The deficiencies cited include scaffolding, fire protection, evacuation routes, and fall protection, which officials say create immediate hazards. Multiple safety stops have been imposed, but the contractor has repeatedly resumed work before these stops were lifted, exacerbating the risks.
In response, all work for both CRTG and their subcontractors has now been halted. The region is actively working to bring in new contractors to take over the project. It remains unclear how this termination will affect the timeline for the new subway or when new contractors will be secured.
The specific financial or legal implications of the contract termination, as well as the exact number of safety stops made or incidents reported, have not been disclosed. CRTG has not yet issued a public response regarding the termination and the allegations against them.