IFP TO MONITOR LIFT MAINTENANCE IN DURBAN

May 3, 2006

The IFP pledges to monitor the work of the Infrastructure Committee at eThekwini Metro council and inform the public of any progress.

This is in response to residents' reports about the state of lifts in residential apartment buildings all around Durban.

Many lifts reportedly break down regularly with people stuck in them for long periods of time. There have also been instances of lift cables snapping and lifts plunging several floors with people inside.

"The IFP in eThekwini council will see to it that the existing laws concerning lifts in residential apartment buildings are enforced," said Councillor Thembi Nzuza who leads the IFP in that council.

"We will urge the officials in the Infrastructure Committee to ensure that lifts' log books are regularly inspected and lifts are accordingly maintained," said Councillor Nzuza.

The IFP also exhorts the council to take strict measures against the offenders. "We will demand action against the owners who fail to report faults and the officials who neglect regular maintenance," said Councillor Nzuza.

Contact:
Councillor Thembi Nzuza, 083 6826 702