23 January 2006
The Department of Labour will today (Monday) commence with investigations
into the fatal accident in which two construction workers were killed at the
Volkswagen plant in Uitenhage in the Eastern Cape last Friday.
All production was halted at the plant on the Department�s command
immediately after the accident, pending the outcome of the company�s internal
investigations.
The two men, who were reportedly working for a private construction company,
fell while apparently not wearing safety harnesses, as required for high-risk
operations.
The Department of Labour has ordered a swift and thorough investigation into
the matter, and has expressed condolences to the families of the deceased
workers.
Enquiries:
Page Boikanyo
Cell: 082 809 3195
Issued by: Department of Labour
23 January 2006
