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23 bus passengers issued compounds for failing to wear seat belts
23 bus passengers issued compounds for failing to wear seat belts

New Straits Times

time03-07-2025

  • New Straits Times

23 bus passengers issued compounds for failing to wear seat belts

KUALA LUMPUR: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued compound notices to 23 bus passengers for not wearing seat belts during inspections carried out since July 1. Kuala Lumpur JPJ director Hamidi Adam said the enforcement operation was aimed at improving safety compliance among bus passengers, in line with regulations under the Motor Vehicles (Seat Belt and Child Restraint System) Rules. The rules require all rear seats in buses, except stage buses, manufactured on or after January 1, 2020 to be fitted with seat belts. "This regulation is crucial to minimising injuries and fatalities in the event of accidents or unforeseen incidents," he told reporters during an operation at the Gombak Toll Plaza last night. The operation team inspected 44 buses in total, comprising 41 express buses and three tour buses. From these, 23 passengers were found not wearing their seat belts and were issued compound notices. "We also came across three underaged passengers who were not buckled up. Our officers explained the importance of using seat belts and advised them accordingly," Hamidi said. Hamidi stressed that passengers are responsible for wearing their seat belts throughout their bus journeys. "Failure to do so not only breaks the law but also endangers your life and the lives of others. "We encourage passengers to report any non-compliance via the MyJPJ app or by emailing aduantrafik@ he said. He added that bus operators are also responsible for ensuring that all passenger seats are fitted with functional seat belts and for reminding passengers to use them before the journey begins. "Safety information must also be delivered through audio, visual displays, or announcements by the driver or crew. "We will continue public education and awareness campaigns, including through social media, infographics, and collaborations with bus and terminal operators," he said. He stressed that all passengers, operators, and enforcement personnel must work together to ensure a safe and disciplined transport system.

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