transportation safety workers' rights

A Poignant Tale of the Working Class: The Incident at Klapmuts

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A tragic accident in Klapmuts shook the community as 21 workers were involved in a severe bakkie accident. The incident highlighted the dangers of worker transportation, leading to demands for government action. A social media video captured the distressing scene as paramedics worked tirelessly to save the injured workers. The Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) pledged to work with the Labour Department to prevent such tragedies in the future and tackle unsafe transportation practices.

student transportation safety traffic violations

Advocacy for the Enhancement of Student Transportation Safety

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In Mitchells Plain, there is a growing concern for the safety of students during transportation to school. Traffic Services have conducted operations that revealed many drivers are operating without the necessary qualifications and using unfit vehicles. Alderman JP Smith is calling for greater awareness of the law’s requirements and for parents and caregivers to verify their service provider’s credentials. It is a call for all to work together to ensure a culture of safety and respect for life on the roads.