Injuries to Six Workers During Load-Out After Ed Sheeran Concert Prompt OSHA Investigation

During the load-out following Ed Sheeran’s concert at Detroit’s Ford Field, six adult workers were injured when pieces of equipment fell in the venue’s vehicle tunnel. First responders from the Detroit fire department arrived late at night to provide triage. Two of the injured were taken by on-site Superior Ambulance staff, while Detroit EMS transported the remaining four. At the time of transport, two patients were listed in serious condition and four in stable condition; none of the injuries were deemed life-threatening.

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The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MI-OSHA) announced on a Monday that it was opening an investigation into the incident that occurred two days earlier. The Detroit fire department confirmed it responded to a report of an accident and provided medical support. Ford Field issued a statement thanking emergency services for their rapid response and declined to speculate on the cause of the injuries, citing respect for those involved and the integrity of the ongoing review. Representatives for Ed Sheeran have not provided public comment.

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Sheeran’s performance was part of his Loop Tour, which began in January and is scheduled to conclude in November after additional U.S. dates and a Latin American leg. The tour supports his 2023 album *Play*, which debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and topped the U.K. albums chart.

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The incident highlights safety concerns associated with large-scale concert productions, prompting scrutiny of load-out procedures at major venues. MI-OSHA’s investigation will assess compliance with occupational safety regulations and may result in recommendations or enforcement actions to prevent similar accidents in future events.

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