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Free Malaysia Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Free Malaysia Today
64% of commercial vehicle operators fail safety audit, says JPJ
JPJ director-general Aedy Fadly Ramli said some companies had no safety action plans in place and did not display hotline numbers or the names of responsible officers on their vehicles for public complaints. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The road transport department (JPJ) found that 64% of commercial vehicle operators failed an audit on mandatory safety requirements, in a recent nationwide operation. Its director-general Aedy Fadly Ramli said the operation, which began on June 23, saw audits carried out on 133 companies operating commercial vehicles, Bernama reported. He said only 48 companies passed the audit while the other 85 failed as they did not comply with JPJ Inspection and Safety Audit (Jisa) guidelines. 'The non-compliant companies comprised 43 lorry operators and 42 tour and express bus operators,' he was quoted as saying. Among the key violations were the failure to appoint occupational safety and health officers (OSHO), lack of GPS installation in all vehicles and poor GPS monitoring practices. Many companies also failed to record drivers' working hours, which must not exceed eight hours a day, and to ensure that drivers take a break of at least 30 minutes for every four hours of driving. Aedy said some companies had no safety action plans in place and did not display hotline numbers or the names of responsible officers on their vehicles for public complaints. 'The department will submit the list of non-compliant companies to the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) for further action, including recommendations for possible suspension or cancellation of operating licences,' he said.
The Sun
4 days ago
- The Sun
64% of commercial vehicle operators fail JPJ safety audit in Malaysia
KOTA BHARU: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has uncovered alarming safety lapses among commercial vehicle operators during a nationwide audit. Findings from the Special Operation on Safety Audit System Guidelines (Ops Khas JISA) show 64% of audited companies failed to meet mandatory safety standards. JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli disclosed that 133 companies were inspected since the operation began on June 23. Only 48 operators passed the audit, while 85 were found non-compliant. The violations included 43 lorry operators and 42 tour and express bus operators. Key failures included the absence of occupational safety officers, incomplete GPS installation, and inadequate monitoring of vehicle tracking systems. Many operators also neglected to log drivers' working hours, exceeding the eight-hour daily limit, and skipped mandatory 30-minute breaks after four hours of driving. Aedy Fadly stated, 'The department will submit the list of non-compliant companies to the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) for further action, including possible suspension or cancellation of operating licences.' He emphasised JPJ's zero-tolerance stance on safety breaches, reinforcing the need for strict enforcement to protect road users and maintain transport system integrity.
The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
64% of commercial vehicle operators fail safety audit, says JPJ
KOTA BARU: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has found that 64% of commercial vehicle operators audited during the Special Operation on Safety Audit System Guidelines (Ops Khas Jisa) failed to meet mandatory safety requirements. Its director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the nationwide operation, which began on June 23, involved audits on 133 companies operating commercial vehicles. Of these, 85 companies failed to comply with Jisa guidelines, while only 48 passed. "The non-compliant companies comprised 43 lorry operators and 42 tour and express bus operators,' he said after attending JPJ's Setia Khas Assembly here Sunday (June 29). Among the key violations were the failure to appoint occupational safety and health officers, lack of GPS installation in all vehicles, and poor GPS monitoring practices. Many companies also failed to record drivers' working hours, which must not exceed eight hours a day, and did not ensure a minimum 30-minute break every four hours of driving. He added that some companies had no safety action plans in place and did not display hotline numbers or the names of responsible officers on their vehicles for public complaints. "The department will submit the list of non-compliant companies to the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) for further action, including possible suspension or cancellation of operating licences.' he said. Aedy Fadly stressed that JPJ will not compromise on safety and will continue to take firm enforcement action as part of efforts to enhance road safety and uphold the integrity of the national transport system. - Bernama
The Sun
26-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Final warning for errant commercial vehicle operators
PUTRAJAYA: Transport Minister Anthony Loke has announced that 11 freight transport companies were found to have over 1,000 unpaid summonses, while 17 express bus operators had more than 200 outstanding summonses each. One of the companies alone recorded over 22,000 summonses. The offences fall under the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), Commercial Vehicles Licensing Board Act 1987 (Act 334) and the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715). 'This is not a naming-and-shaming exercise but a necessary step to urge operators to take responsibility for their actions and prioritise safety.' Loke said the companies were flagged for repeated violations in five key areas. For freight transport operators, common offences include technical faults such as non-compliant brakes or tyres and unauthorised vehicle modifications, driving without a valid licence, overloading, failure to renew road tax or insurance and speeding. Express bus operators were found guilty of speeding, frequent traffic violations such as improper lane usage or mobile phone use while driving, technical faults, driving without a licence and lack of proper insurance or road tax. 'All listed companies have been given 14 days from the date of the announcement to settle their outstanding summonses at any Road Transport Department (RTD) state or branch office. 'Failure to do so will result in immediate enforcement action, including blacklisting of the vehicles involved.' Loke also addressed recent widespread incidents involving reckless drivers, including cases where individuals were seen making obscene gestures on the road. 'If you witness such behaviour, record a video clearly showing the company name, vehicle number plate, location, date and time. 'This will help us take swift and firm action. That's our promise.' Loke emphasised that improved technology and stricter enforcement can only be effective when paired with a shift in mindset. 'We need to foster a safety-first mindset across the transport industry. 'Naming the companies is just the first step in a broader campaign. Only a small number of companies are involved, but they represent the most serious cases. This is their final warning.' The enforcement initiative is a collaborative effort between RTD, the Land Public Transport Agency and Transport Ministry, spurred by the rising number of road crashes and public concern about road safety. 'This is about prevention. We want operators to take responsibility now, not after a tragedy. This is the lesson and the reminder,' Loke stressed. Among the freight operators with the highest number of active summonses are KDEB Waste Management Sdn Bhd (22,017), Mainiza Mantap Sdn Bhd (5,108) and Advancecon Machinery Sdn Bhd (3,620). Others on the list are VK Transport Sdn Bhd (3,016), NG Swee Aik Trading Sdn Bhd (2,352), Boon Chin Transport Sdn Bhd (2,339), Nation Dimensions Sdn Bhd (2,226), Syarikat Ehsan Enterprise Sdn Bhd (2,168), Nek Gurun Logistics Sdn Bhd (1,062), Macro Dimension Concrete Sdn Bhd (1,014) and SL Transport & Trading Sdn Bhd (1,006). For express bus operators, the top offenders include Cepat Ekspres Sdn Bhd (540), New Hoover Express & Travels Sdn Bhd (512) and Kuala Lumpur–Alor Star Express Sdn Bhd (477). 'We'll take more strict action to ensure greater accountability on the roads. Safety must always come first. It is our top priority for all road users and drivers,' said Loke.
New Straits Times
23-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Bus operator's licence suspended after driver's reckless behaviour goes viral
KUALA LUMPUR: The Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) has suspended the operating licence of StarMart Express Sdn Bhd for 30 days following a recent viral incident involving one of its drivers allegedly speeding and driving dangerously in the right lane. Apad said the vehicle permit for bus ALA 6666 will be revoked effective Aug 7. It said the company had failed to comply with several provisions under the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715), particularly those concerning driver conduct and road safety. "The driver's behaviour posed a serious risk to road users, and as a licence holder under Act 715, the operator must prioritise safety at all times. "Our investigation revealed that StarMart Express failed to ensure its employees upheld safe driving standards, which is a clear breach of their licensing obligations," Apad said in a statement posted on social media. The agency said the action was taken after it found the operator had breached Section 22(1)(b)(iii) of the Land Public Transport Act 2010, which governs the conduct of drivers and conductors of public service vehicles. "Other offences include violating Section 23(1)(b), which requires licensed operators and their employees to give the highest priority to the safety of passengers and road users. "There was also a breach of Paragraph 7 under the General Conditions of the Service Level Agreement, which requires licensed operators to ensure that their employees and drivers behave appropriately while on duty," it said. Apad said that during the suspension period, the operator is strictly prohibited from providing any services under the suspended licence. It added that no transactions involving the suspended licence will be entertained until the suspension is lifted. "The suspension will only be lifted upon written confirmation and approval by Apad." Apad also issued a stern warning to all public transport operators, saying it will not hesitate to take firm action against any company or licence holder found in breach of existing laws and regulations. The agency urged the public to report any misconduct or violations involving public transport services via the Transport Ministry complaint hotline at 1-800-88-7723 or WhatsApp at 019-290 7723.
