Pikitup would like to remind residents not to give out Christmas gifts to waste removal staff especially during the festive season.
“Pikitup employees are forbidden from soliciting Christmas gifts from members of the public, this goes against company policy for staff to take part in this tradition,” said Suren Maharaj acting managing director of Pikitup.
Maharaj was speaking ahead of the holiday season advising residents and business owners in the City of Johannesburg against individuals who masquerade as Pikitup staff requesting ‘Christmas boxes’ and donations’.
“Residents are under no obligation whatsoever to offer any gifts to Pikitup refuse collection staff, as the company does pay a bonus to its staff at the end of the year,” Maharaj.
She added that residents are urged to report imposters and staff who approach or harass them for gifts or donations.
Any irregular activities are to be reported to the South African Police Service or contact the City of Johannesburg’s 24/7 toll free hotline on 0800 00 2587.
Should residents have any further queries, they can contact: Joburg Connect on: 011 375-5555 or 0860 562874(0860 JOBURG) alternatively visit www.pikitup.co.za
