Waste disposal centers in the Métropole area have stayed closed since Wednesday, October 7, following a decision by reception staff to exercise their right of withdrawal. This action typically allows workers to temporarily stop work in response to unsafe or stressful conditions. The closures follow reports of a rise in incidents involving attacks on staff. On Friday, October 2, an employee at a waste disposal center in Montferrier-sur-Lez, located north of Montpellier, was physically attacked by a user. The specific details surrounding the incident have not been disclosed. Such events have raised concerns about the safety of workers in these facilities. The increase in aggression against waste disposal staff has prompted local authorities to reassess security measures at these sites. Officials are examining ways to better protect employees while ensuring that waste management services continue to function effectively. Community leaders and labor representatives have called for greater awareness of the challenges faced by these workers. They emphasize the need for a safer working environment and better support for those who manage waste in public facilities.