Cleaning is a dangerous job


A worker picking up rubbish left on the corridor of the 16th floor of a PPR in KL.

Cleaners and rubbish collectors in Kuala Lumpur say their job is one of the most dangerous as they face countless hurdles and difficulties in carrying out their duties.

Hundreds of them are not only at risk of being hit by “flying” objects, they are also exposed to hazardous waste disposed of by residents.

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