02:08 am, Monday 29 December, 2008

A Sydney construction site has caused concern after a crane was found to be “leaning precariously” on the site at 11:15 a.m. today.

Five heritage listed apartment buildings were evacuated as residents were concerned the crane may destroy their apartments.

WorkCover conducted a site inspection and deemed the site to be safe and that Safety Procedures for the crane were being implemented.

It has been reported that the crane had been leaning for over a month and WorkCover had only been called today.

A police Spokesperson has told reporters that “the crane’s tilt is normal” and the Potts Point construction site could continue to operate as normal.

Residents were advised that it was safe for them to return to their buildings and no further action was pending.

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