Five killed in workplace in 2003

YOGYAKARTA: Accidents in the workplace occurred 332 times at various companies across Yogyakarta mayoralty last year, an official has said.

Five were killed, 12 severely injured and 270 others were slightly injured, Sugiman, head of Yogyakarta's Manpower and Transmigration office said on Tuesday.

In order to minimize work-related accidents, the office would initiate a "safety first" campaign for all companies.

The office also plans to encourage companies to conduct regular safety training programs for employees, including fire safety and training. -- JP