Untu calls for suspension of train services
Untu’s Steve Harris said while Prasa and Transnet responded on corporate levels, there had been very poor implementation on operational levels.
The United National Transport Union (Untu) is calling for the suspension of train services to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
The union wants the Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula to put the brakes on services until 14 April.
A few days ago, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a ban on group gatherings of more than 100 people.
But Untu points out the daily reality is that there are between 300 and 400 commuters on trains and during peak hours, people are crammed into a carriage.
Untu’s Steve Harris said while Prasa and Transnet responded on corporate levels, there had been very poor implementation on operational levels.
“The poorest of the poor use these trains and this is where Untu members and commuters are most exposed.”
He adds that Prasa initially planned to provide operational staff with facial masks, gloves and hand sanitizers, but it was subject to availability due to national shortage.
“Prasa doesn’t have the ability or the funds. They woke up too late and we expect our people to work under these conditions.”
Harris said the virus would have a devastating impact on commuters and the transmission rate of the virus warranted drastic action.
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Source: EWN
