Five killed in workplace in 2003

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