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2009-08-24 7:43:00 PM
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This was the same company responsible for the "washboard" runway repavement at the airport, wish saw that project skyrocket from 15 to 60 MILLION dollars. We still waiting for an explanation from Imbert.
More recently we saw that temporary Caroni river bridge collapse, where someone lost their life. We still waiting for Imbert to explain.
One disaster after another under Imbert watch, yet his dangerous incompetence is allowed to propagate. |
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Need for regular inspection programmes
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2009-08-25 01:21:00 AM
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Mr. Minister,
Instead of blaming anyone set up a programme for bridges to be regularly inspected.
This is happening too often maybe if you or one of your cronies were affected you might be a bit more proactive. Maybe even border on efficiency. |
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Balandra Bridge
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2009-08-24 10:06:00 PM
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This gov't has been neglignt in carrying out their duties in this country. They wait until the bridges are literally falling down, before they make any attempts to fix it or build a new one. Yes, it will cost money, but the PM's Estate - La Fantasie in St. Ann's cost the tax payers $174 millions and counting. Now instead of raising concerns and assisting the people, they are out to point fingers of blame. Mr. Imbert, Sir, you should be responsible enough to tell the public that you are concerned for them, that every assistance possible will be extended to these stranded 'poor people', and that a thorough investigtion will be conducted, in a timely fashion, into what caused this collapse. But OH NO, you have to come forward and start laying blame in an effort to protect the gov't and blame others. You have been in office for more years than a democratic country should allow, and you have not learned anything about communication or responsibility. But you have learned how to attempt to blame others for the failures of this government, of which you are an integral part of. When an investigation by qualified personnel have been completed, and the findings prove who is responsible, then and only then should you speak out in public. Until then hold off the blame game. Shame on you! |
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Crane 30 tons overweight......
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2009-08-25 05:11:00 AM
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For a Minister of Works and Engineer Mr.Imbert always seems to be at a loss for information within his ministry, and appears ready to place the blame on someone else, again. Maybe the driver would not have driven over the bridge if a sign stating its max. capacity was exibited for the public. We have the same problems in Maracas Valley with the Coosal Quarry Works Trucks weighing 12-16 tons driving over bridges which have no indication of their load capacities. Two years ago the main bridge into the valley was closed for repairs because of these same trucks. A sign was eventually placed but you can still see trucks with heavy loads of dirt traversing the bridge. They have been a continuous concern to resident drivers of the area, both for the size and the manner of driving, and have caused may road collapses along the Maracas Royal Road which runs parallel with the river. There are cracks in areas where the under surface is failing. The main road is not designed to carry traffic of this nature and is also not wide enough for both car and truck driving in opposite directions. |
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Crane 30 tons overweight:Imbert wants answers
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2009-08-25 06:15:00 AM
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Mr.Imbert wants answers;bridges are falling all over the place and he wants answers.You are minister in charge, you should have your people inspecting bridges before they collapse.Did you ever hear that "prevention is better than cure"What are we paying you for? |
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Gross Negligence
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2009-08-25 06:50:00 AM
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I hope the contractor pays for this recklessness. They should pay not only for the bridge collapse but also for cleanup operations and restoration of the environment that they damaged. Why aren't we hearing the name of the contracting company? Why are we only reading about a "Private Contractor"? The public has the right to know who are these miscreants. |
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Bridge
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2009-08-25 06:48:00 AM
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Why doesn't Imbert ask why it taking so long to build the bridge in the first place |
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DAMMIT
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2009-08-25 07:09:00 AM
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20 TON CAPACITY , 50 TON PIECE OF EQUIPMENT. Please government, get back the tax-payers money for this negligence. Why must we pay again, they are already enjoying thier profits, whilst our pockets are running dry. 20/20 vsion - accoutabilty should be the quote of everyday from now till then !!! |
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Was this contract throughly vetted?
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2009-08-25 08:24:00 AM
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If they were contracted to work on the other side of the bridge with this crane, how else were they supposed to get it to the other side? Did the Ministry officials vet the list of equipment to be used by the contractor? Did he know the bridge could not take his crane (so evidently he could not do the work for them?) Did anyone tell him he needed clearance to cross the bridge? If so who? There are too many questions to be answered before I let go of my scepticism Mr. Imbert. |
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who to blame
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2009-08-25 08:45:00 AM
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Was there a posted weight limit on the bridge? If so, the contractor needs to pick up the tab for the replacement. If there was not a posted weight limit, then the government needs to stop pointing fingers and accept that they are to blame. The fact that the crane crossed before means nothing. structures lose capacity over time and due to excessive loadings. |
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Fire Imbert
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2009-08-25 05:05:00 AM
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How much more of his incompetent minister can this country tolerate.He is always making excuses and blaming everyone else for his incompetence.The minister of works should be fired with immediate effect. |
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simple
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2009-08-25 05:15:00 AM
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recoup cost from company, freeze their accounts, post huge signs for people at bridges, send crane operator to driving school |
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Crane 30 tons everweight
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2009-08-25 09:22:00 AM
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I would like to know if there was a sign near the bridge indicating what is the maximum load the bridge can withstand. If not, I think that the Ministry of Works should start putting up signs on all bridges around the country. I noticed that the contractor indicated that the crane had gone across the bridge a few times before and there was no problem. It seems that the bridge was weakened by this and could take no more. |
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50 Ton crane does not means it weighs 50 tons
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2009-08-25 07:31:00 AM
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A crane's rating refers to its lifting capacity not it's weight. |
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Collapse of the Balandra bridge
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2009-08-25 11:45:00 AM
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As one of the people who was left stranded, I think the contractor has a lot of nerve to describe HIS weekned as stressful |
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NO IMBERT WE (THE CITIZENS) WANT ANSWERS
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2009-08-25 08:13:00 AM
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Don't try that Imbert.You have to give us the answers;first question.When last was this bridge inspected for structural integrity? Was there any advanced notice on the Toco Road, advising drivers about the bridge's capabilities?Were there any material efforts ever made to deal with an emergency like this;if so when,where,etc ? Did anyone in your Ministry ever brain-stormed,about the health implications,to the villagers if there was a fatal accident,where bodies would not be able to be iced properly? Imagination is just as great as knowledge, always remember this,you might get more quality work done.If only you could perform your work,as you write,or put that same effort into it,as you defends Manning's mistakes,the infrastructure of the country would be comparable to international standards.Try to be an independent thinker and be your own man and you would be surprised how tall you would be seen.Remember,if pro-action on these bridges is not a priority,the country could be divided into more than a twin island.(different areas can secede,for survival and because of neglect). Aubert Modeste |
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Bridge
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2009-08-25 08:40:00 AM
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Mr. Imbert, if there was no sign indicating the weight limit of the bridge, then the contractor cannot be held responsible. Do not pass the buck from your incompetency to the contractor. In developed countries,if there are no signs then no charges can be laid. |
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Not surprised
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2009-08-25 09:09:00 AM
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Trinidad's government and many of its private companies' actions are characterised by lack of attention to detail, poor work ethic, and little imagination.
Trust me, get 2 or 3 trini-born wall street investment bankers down there, and they can probably run the government better that it is currently being run. Ask Goldman of Morgan Stanley to loan you a few good men or women. Trini on WallStreet. |
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REF 'BRIDGE"
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2009-08-25 2:43:00 PM
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As a matter of fact Imbert better be concerned,that the person who fell in, do not take legal action against him and his Government.This could be"gross negligence"if these signs were not conspicuously posted,not just posted.Aubert Modeste |
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Jetties in Manzanilla Mayaro and Toco.
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2009-08-25 3:21:00 PM
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Succession plannning...build sea ports on east coast so in the furture heavy equipment can be transported.
All along the Toco road and Manzanilla oad several bridges cannot accomadate over 20 ton equipment and container trucks. Tobago travels will easier... |
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Imbert want answers
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2009-08-25 3:44:00 PM
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To the suprise Trini from Wall Street,if you are so concerned about your country, the Gov't should not have to ask Goldman Sachs or Morgan Stanley to loan you to your country. If you think you are capable of assisting your country, pack up and go home and make a difference. Trinidad need new leaders, I have invested there, and I'm not ashamed to say that I am going back. Concerned citizen |
