The Machinists Union is providing more than $61,000 to help a shipbuilder recover from a gruesome injury at Bath Iron Works.
Garrett Bailey was injured on Jan. 23, and the contributions came from a collection from Machinists Local S6 and a GoFundME page set up by the union.
“The unwavering commitment to come to the aid of a union brother was shown by the immeasurable generosity of all who donated,” Local S6 President Chris Wiers said in a statement.
Bailey, a rigger, was critically injured when a hook attached to a crane hit him in the face. His injuries were extensive, said Tim Suitter, union spokesperson.
Co-workers, safety personnel and shipyard and city emergency personnel responded to the injury.
Shipyard spokesperson David Hench said it was “inspiring” to see Bailey progressing in his recovery.
“It has also been impressive to see how the BIW family has come together in support of a fellow shipbuilder,” he said.
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