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In a recent incident, a sanitation worker named Wang Aiqin (a pseudonym) shared a powerful quote: “Many people throw things out of their cars, and we have to go and clean it up. For them, it’s just trash, but for us, it could be life.†Her words highlight the dangers that sanitation workers face every day on the streets.
Recently, online discussions sparked after images circulated showing three sanitation workers wearing hard hats and collecting garbage in the middle of the street. The photos stirred strong emotions—some felt sadness, others a bitter laugh. But more importantly, they prompted many to reflect on their own behavior.
One netizen, who goes by the name "Harvest Small Stack," posted on a local forum, sharing three photos taken on January 14th. In the images, sanitation workers were seen picking up trash from the road, surrounded by moving traffic. He asked, “Did you throw this?†His post encouraged people to think about their actions.
Another user, “Xiariqing,†responded with a personal reflection: “I used to do that too. After realizing how dangerous it was, I changed my habits. I read about a news story where someone killed three cleaners in just 12 days. That really hit me.â€
Some users also pointed out that while traffic police are respected by drivers, sanitation workers don’t get the same courtesy. As one netizen said, “Drivers slow down when they see the police, but we don’t have the same right on the road.â€
According to data from Jinhua City's Sanitation Department, in 2013 alone, there were 11 confirmed work-related accidents and 32 other incidents involving sanitation workers. Car accidents have become the biggest threat to their safety.
Wang Aiqin, a 56-year-old worker from Jiangdong Town, has been cleaning the streets for five years. She works from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., and then again from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. She knows her route well, but still finds herself struggling with the amount of litter left behind.
“Even though we’re only responsible for the non-motorized lanes and the median strips, there’s always something to pick up,†she said. Especially near Liyu Bridge, where the road is wide and traffic is heavy, people often throw trash out of their windows. “The wind blows it everywhere,†she added.
A recent survey conducted by the newspaper found that 65.75% of respondents admitted to throwing trash out of their car windows. Many cited reasons like not wanting to hold onto items or thinking the road wasn’t their responsibility. However, 93.15% of people had seen sanitation workers picking up trash, and 86.3% said they felt sad when they saw it.
Despite awareness, some still choose to litter. During a visit to Li Yu Dong Road, reporters observed several instances of people tossing trash out of their cars. A sanitation worker was seen picking up debris near a green belt, while nearby, another driver threw out a flyer and drove off, leaving the ground messy.
To protect the safety of frontline workers, the city’s sanitation department conducts regular safety trainings. Additionally, environmental protection authorities have purchased group accident insurance to provide extra support in case of injuries.
However, despite these efforts, the risk remains high. Sanitation workers are constantly exposed to traffic, illegal parking, and careless drivers. As one worker noted, “It’s not that we aren’t paying attention, but it’s mostly due to drivers’ lack of focus or poor judgment.â€
As the saying goes, “Safety is on the line.†It’s not just the responsibility of the workers—it’s ours too. By making small changes in our daily habits, we can help keep the streets cleaner and the people who maintain them safer.