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T R A N S P O R T E K
Labour based engineering standards -
Lengthman maintenance in South Africa
D Jones
Transportek, CSIR
South Africa
T R A N S P O R T E K
Background
Zibambele - “we do it ourselves”
Based on Kenya system 8300 people employed
(14000) Politically inspired - poverty
relief Poorest of the poor -
community selection Mostly women Basic access and district
roads
T R A N S P O R T E K
Background
Sections - 500 - 1000m Distance to date - 6000km Work - 60 hours per month Pay
R300 / month (± US$60) R50 in savings Government pay system
Tasks Drain clearing Stone removal Erosion Pothole filling
T R A N S P O R T E K
Background
Basic tools Wheel barrow Hoe Pick Shovel Slasher Compactor Reflective jacket
T R A N S P O R T E K
Background
Supervision Local - community Regional - Roads
Department Training
Basic On the job More formal training to
follow? Problems
Political interference
T R A N S P O R T E K
Way forward
De-politicize Road maintenance focus Ensure sustainability
Implement country wide Training Environmental awareness