5 days ago
10 express bus passengers fined for not wearing seat belts in Kelantan
KOTA BAHRU: Ten express bus passengers were issued compounds for not wearing seat belts during the Kelantan Road Transport Department's (JPJ) enforcement operation, which began on 1 July.
Kelantan JPJ director Mohd Misuari Abdullah said each of the 10 adult passengers was fined RM300 for the offence.
"Nine were caught during inspections in Gua Musang, while the remaining passenger was stopped in Pasir Puteh," he told reporters after leading a safety awareness and inspection campaign at the Lembah Sireh terminal last night.
He said the passengers were travelling on express buses that had departed from the terminal before being intercepted in the two districts for inspection.
The operation is part of a nationwide JPJ campaign launched on 1 July to enforce seat belt compliance on express and tour buses.
"This campaign aims to ensure adherence to seat belt regulations and raise safety standards in public transport," Misuari said.
He added that JPJ personnel would also carry out undercover inspections by boarding selected buses disguised as passengers to monitor compliance throughout the journey.
"Undercover officers will observe and document any violations discreetly, including whether both drivers and passengers are wearing seat belts during long-distance travel," he said.
During last night's operation, 25 JPJ officers were deployed. More than 10 express bus drivers and their passengers received safety briefings and advice.
"I reminded them to always check that seat belts are working and in good condition before starting their journey," he added.
