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Focus Malaysia
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- Focus Malaysia
Selangor JPJ: Seatbelt operation shows high compliance rate
THE Selangor Road Transport Department (JPJ) has reported a high level of compliance among express and tour bus drivers and passengers during the first two days of its seatbelt enforcement operation, conducted across the state, beginning yesterday (July 1). Its director, Azrin Borhan, said that a total of 56 express buses and 23 tour buses were inspected, and all were found to be in compliance with the regulations. 'We found that all these vehicles adhered to the instructions we issued. In Selangor, the level of compliance and cooperation from both drivers and passengers is very high,' he told reporters on Wednesday (July 2). 'This operation will be conducted continuously, with undercover enforcement carried out inside buses. We will monitor and enforce existing laws while on board.' Earlier, Azrin led a seatbelt enforcement operation targeting express and tour buses at the northbound Dengkil rest and service (R&R) area, near here. The operation aims to enhance passenger safety in public transport services, particularly buses, in line with legal requirements and national road safety standards. According to Azrin, as of 1pm, a total of five buses were inspected at the R&R area, and passengers were found to be wearing seat belts, with drivers having reminded them to do so before the journey began. He said that Selangor JPJ will focus inspections on express and tour buses at main bus terminals, rest stops, tourist hotspots, and major highways. 'When we conduct inspections and find seat belts which are damaged, we will instruct the company to carry out immediate repairs and issue a warning notice,' he said. JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli recently announced that starting July 1, it is mandatory for all drivers and passengers of express and tour buses manufactured after January 2020, to wear seat belts. For buses built before 2020, operators will be given a grace period to install seat belts. Passengers or drivers who fail to comply will face a RM300 fine, while bus companies may also face legal action for not ensuring passenger safety. ‒ July 2, 2025 Main image: Bernama
The Sun
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Selangor JPJ reports high seatbelt compliance in bus operation
SEPANG: The Selangor Road Transport Department (JPJ) has recorded strong adherence to seatbelt regulations among express and tour bus drivers and passengers during the first two days of its enforcement operation, which began yesterday. A total of 56 express buses and 23 tour buses were inspected, with full compliance observed. Selangor JPJ director Azrin Borhan stated, 'We found that all these vehicles adhered to the instructions we issued. In Selangor, the level of compliance and cooperation from both drivers and passengers is very high.' The operation, conducted at the northbound Dengkil rest and service (R\&R) area, aims to enhance passenger safety in public transport services. Azrin added that undercover enforcement will continue, with officers monitoring compliance while on board buses. As of 1 pm today, five buses were inspected at the R\&R area, with all passengers found wearing seat belts. Drivers had reportedly reminded passengers to buckle up before departure. Selangor JPJ will focus inspections on express and tour buses at major terminals, rest stops, tourist areas, and highways. 'When we find damaged seat belts, we will instruct immediate repairs and issue warnings,' Azrin said. JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli recently announced that, starting July 1, wearing seat belts is mandatory for drivers and passengers of express and tour buses manufactured after January 2020. Buses built before 2020 will be given a grace period for seatbelt installation. Non-compliance may result in a RM300 fine for individuals, while bus companies could face legal action for failing to ensure passenger safety.
The Star
30-05-2025
- The Star
Drivers ditch overloaded lorries before roadblock
Abandoned: Lorries left by the side of the road, some with engines still running. — Photos courtesy of JPJ KUALA LANGAT: A number of tipper lorry drivers, believed to be transporting loads beyond the legal weight limit, abandoned their vehicles upon spotting a Road Transport Department (JPJ) roadblock. The incident occurred during Ops Paras, an enforcement operation by Selangor JPJ at the South Klang Valley Expressway (SKVE) toll plaza in Saujana Putra at around 11am yesterday, reported Sinar Harian. The Malay language daily observed around 15 lorries of various types parked along the roadside before reaching the toll plaza. Among them were at least four tipper lorries left with their engines still running by drivers believed to be foreign nationals, who fled after realising they were likely in breach of regulations, particularly for overloading. A trailer suspected of carrying electronic waste was also reportedly abandoned by its driver. JPJ subsequently issued various summonses related to the offences, requiring vehicle owners to come forward to resolve the matters and avoid their vehicles being blacklisted. Selangor JPJ director Azrin Borhan told Sinar Harian that since Ops Paras was launched on May 1, notices have been issued to 143 goods vehicles under Section 63(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which mandates vehicles to be weighed. A JPJ officer taking a closer look at one of the lorries along the SKVE toll plaza. He explained that Ops Paras targets goods vehicles committing offences such as overloading and unsafe transport of goods. 'Throughout the period, there have been 724 cases involving excessive loads, 645 cases of transporting goods dangerously, and 23 vehicle seizures,' said Azrin. He added that, based on driver statements, many admitted to overloading in pursuit of higher commissions or profits. Common cargo types detected included sand, stones, soil, and palm oil waste. Azrin stressed that the operation was aimed at addressing the rising number of accidents involving heavy vehicles that flout road safety regulations, particularly those related to overloading.
The Star
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Drivers abandon overloaded lorries, flee after spotting JPJ roadblock on SKVE
Some of the lorries detected by JPJ. Photo courtesy of JPJ. KUALA LANGAT: A group of tipper lorry drivers believed to be carrying loads exceeding the legal limit abandoned their heavy vehicles upon noticing a roadblock set up by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) at the South Klang Valley Expressway (SKVE) toll plaza in Saujana Putra on Thursday (May 29), Sinar Harian reports. The Malay language daily reported that the incident happened during "Ops Paras," conducted by Selangor JPJ at around 11am Thursday. A survey by Sinar Harian observed approximately 15 lorries of various load types parked on the roadside before the toll plaza. At least four tipper lorries were left with their engines running by drivers suspected to be foreign nationals after realising their infractions, including carrying excessive loads. Following this, JPJ issued various summonses for the offences, requiring the owners to come forward to address the notices and prevent their vehicles from being blacklisted. Additionally, a trailer suspected of carrying a load of electronic waste was also abandoned by its driver. Selangor JPJ director, Azrin Borhan, told Sinar Harian that since the implementation of Ops Paras on May 1, 143 goods vehicles have been issued notices under Section 63(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which involves an order to weigh the vehicles. He noted that Ops Paras focuses on enforcement against goods vehicles committing offences of carrying loads exceeding the limit and transporting goods dangerously. "Throughout the period, there have been 724 cases involving excessive loads, 645 cases of transporting goods dangerously, and the seizure of 23 vehicles. "Based on the statements we obtained from the drivers, they claim to carry excessive loads to chase commissions or profits," he told reporters on Thursday. He added that common loads detected include sand, stones, soil, and palm oil waste. He clarified that the operation was launched to curb the rise in accidents caused by heavy vehicles that do not comply with road safety laws and standards, particularly those involving the offence of carrying excessive loads.
