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Labour based engineering standards -

Lengthman maintenance in South Africa

D Jones

Transportek, CSIR

South Africa

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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

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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

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Background

Basic tools Wheel barrow Hoe Pick Shovel Slasher Compactor Reflective jacket

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Background

Supervision Local - community Regional - Roads

Department Training

Basic On the job More formal training to

follow? Problems

Political interference

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Way forward

De-politicize Road maintenance focus Ensure sustainability

Implement country wide Training Environmental awareness