Community Safety

CITY LAUNCHES KWAZULU-NATAL DISASTER RELIEF INITIATIVE FOR FAMILIES AFFECTED BY THE RECENT FLOOD DISASTER

Webmaster May 11, 2022 0

The City of Ekurhuleni has launched the KwaZulu-Natal Disaster Relief Initiative in an effort to assist families affected by the recent floods in the province. This initiative follows Cabinet’s decision to declare a National State of Disaster in response to the floods, which have left

Community Safety

MMC FOR COMMUNITY SAFETY CLLR LETLHOGONOLO MOSEKI CONGRATULATES EMERGENCY SERVICES OFFICIALS FOR HEROIC WORK DURING KZN FLOODS

Webmaster May 2, 2022 0

Ekurhuleni’s Member of Mayoral Committee for Community Safety Cllr Letlhogonolo Moseki has congratulated four emergency services officials for their bravery and dedication after their search and rescue mission work in flood stricken KwaZulu-Natal. Bafana Masilela, Choene Rosa Ngwasheng, Pusetso Mosia and Sithembiso Khoza were congratulated for their heroic work when they

Community Safety

CITY OF EKURHULENI TEAM PART OF SEARCH, RESCUE AND RECOVERY OPERATION IN KWA-ZULU NATAL

Webmaster April 28, 2022 0

A four-man team from the City’s Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS) forms part of the search and rescue operation in the disaster stricken Kwa-Zulu Natal.

Community Safety

Permit for Transporting Dangerous Goods

Super User June 19, 2021 0

It is important to consider safety in transporting dangerous goods. Transportation of dangerous goods is regulated to prevent accidents to persons, property, and damage to the environment by means of transport or other goods. The Department of Disaster and Emergency Services (DEMS) provides permits to transport dangerous goods. Any

Community Safety

Don’t Turn a Blind Eye to Child Abuse Pleads MMC Nkosi

Super User June 2, 2021 0

The MMC for Health and Social services Cllr Nomadlozi Nkosi calls on residents of the city to act and not turn a blind eye on child abuse. MMC Nkosi urged citizens of the City to ensure that children do not suffer any form of abuse. “It is in our hands to stop the cycle of […]

Community Safety

The South African Law on Motor Cycles and Use of Helmets

Super User May 21, 2021 0

A motorcycle can prove to be the cheapest form of transport to travel to and from your destination. It is also efficient in areas of high traffic congestion, much cheaper than cars and can save you money on petrol. It is important for motorcyclists to take double caution when travelling on the road. Motorcyclists should […]

Community Safety

Occupational Certificate is Important But Ignored

Super User May 19, 2021 0

An Occupation Certificate is one important document that is usually ignored by the developers and homeowners after building the property has been completed. An occupational certificate is a document that is issued by a building in accordance with the National Building Regulations to certify that a building has been completed in accordance with the approved […]

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Teach the Young about Burns – Break the Stigma and Fear

Super User May 8, 2021 0

National Burns Awareness Week runs from 6 – 12 May and residents are encouraged to teach children about fire safety and break the stigma towards people living with burn wounds. Burn injuries are one of the most devastating forms of trauma and have the potential to cause death and lifelong scarring, stigma and rejection.  “Burn […]

Community Safety

Avoid Starting Veld Fires

Super User May 4, 2021 0

The winter season is upon us. The grass and leaves are drying, making it easy for the spread of veld fires. A cloud of smoke from a veld fire is not only harmful to the environment; it is also disruptive for motorists on the road. To avoid starting veld fires, residents need to heed the […]

Community Safety

Prevent Fires in Informal Settlements

Super User April 30, 2021 0

As temperatures drop, many people in informal settlements keep warm with gas heaters, braziers, paraffin stoves as well as use candles for light. These can also cause fires that can spread rapidly. Fires in informal settlements are mostly caused by an open flame sources and overloaded illegal electrical connections. Because shacks are so close to each