Leopards, bears and snakes spell danger for workers

Workers trying to blaze a trail through the rainforests of Brunei must watch out for leopards, sun bears, flying foxes and venomous snakes, not only for their own safety but also to safeguard the environment.

Employees from the joint venture formed by China State Construction Engineering Corp and a company in Brunei are building a viaduct across the rainforests and swamps of the Temburong district, part of the construction of a cross-sea bridge linking mainland Brunei with this area.

The contractor and workers must conquer not only tough environmental conditions, but also meet the local authorities' strict standards.