REPLACEMENT OF OLD ELECTRICITY PRE-PAID METERS

Dear Midvaal Residents,

Midvaal Local Municipality (MLM) wish to remind residents of the replacement of old electricity pre-paid meters for TID compliance.

Midvaal Local Municipality have appointed KEO group as the professional service provider to carry out with the project.

The project runs across Midvaal areas of electricity supply. The appointed service provider personnel will require access to all properties affected.

Residents are requested to punch in all outstanding token before the replacement of the meter. Please note that meters are replaced for free no resident should pay any cost, however there are instances where the residents will have to re-arrange the wiring of electricity supply which might involve some cost, in such instances the affected property owner will be informed.

Residents are also advised that it is a Municipality By-laws offence to prevent/evade an officially accredited service provider to carry out a task. Members of the public who do so and harass staff will be penalized.

Your cooperation and support will be much appreciated

The KEO group personnel will be wearing clearly marked clothing or reflectors with identification, will be in possession of an appointment letter from Midvaal Municipality and vehicles with KEO group logo.

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MIDVAAL LOCAL MUNICIPALITY TO HOST THE SECOND ANNUAL FIT TO FIGHT FIRE COMPETITION AND EXPO

Midvaal Local Municipality is proud to announce its second annual Fit to Fight Fire Competition and Expo set to take place on 25 May 2024, at the Meyerton Sports Club. Following the resounding success of last year’s event, this year’s competition promises even more thrills, as Fire and Rescue teams compete to become the fittest firefighting team in South Africa.

The competition, open to Fire and Rescue teams from across the country, will witness participants engaging in rigorous challenges that test their skills, agility, and teamwork. The competition consists of five challenging stages that will highlight the dedication and readiness of the firefighters who stand at the forefront of safeguarding communities:

Stage 1 – Hammer Drill (Sponsored by Industrial Fire and Hazard Control)

Stage 2 – Mannikin Drag (Sponsored by Survival Technology)

Stage 3 – Tower Run (Sponsored by Industrial Fire and Hazard Control)

Stage 4 – Tyre Flip

Stage 5 – Ladder Run (Sponsored by Industrial Fire and Hazard Control)

Furthermore, teams can enter an EMS patient simulation competition, hosted by EpicEM and North-West University as well as a Confined Space Rescue Simulation hosted by Dräger.

In addition to the competitions, the Fit to Fight Fire Expo will feature a myriad of industry exhibitions and demonstrations. Attendees can also witness displays of rescue equipment such as the jaws of life, K9 units in action, CPR demonstrations, fire extinguishing techniques, and expert snake handling.

The Fit to Fight Fire Expo offers something for everyone. Attendees can marvel at some of the country’s finest emergency vehicles and fire engines on display, engage in interactive activities for kids, enjoy performances by local artists, and much more.

This event is not just a competition; it’s a celebration of the unwavering commitment of our firefighting and emergency response teams. Midvaal Local Municipality extends a warm invitation to fire and rescue teams nationwide to join us for this experience.

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MIDVAAL LOCAL MUNICIPALITY TO HOST THE SECOND ANNUAL FIT TO FIGHT FIRE COMPETITION AND EXPO

MIDVAAL LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

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EMERGENCY LINE – 016 360 7500

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