Kuala Lampur, Dec. 14 -- Works Minister Baru Bian today said he has ordered a thorough investigation into the collapse of an overhead bridge being built on the Pujut section, Miri, of Pan Borneo Highway yesterday.

He said he takes the matter very seriously, particularly on the high standard of safety compliance in all construction sites.

"They (contractors) are supposed to uphold the international standard of safety at all construction sites, especially involving the rights of workers," he told reporters at the Christmas party organised by the PKR Stampin branch here.

Five girder beams, the main components of the overhead bridge, collapsed at about 2.20pm, injuring two workers.

It is part of the last and 11th work package construction...