SPAD won't tolerate emergency lane abuse
Bernama
July 5, 2016 07:17 MYT
July 5, 2016 07:17 MYT
Image of emergency lane for illustration purposes only. On July 4, SPAD via a video recording shared on social media, observed a few taxis blocking an ambulance on the emergency lane when responding to a distress call.
The Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) said it will not tolerate public transport, freight and tourism service providers abusing the emergency lane.
"On July 4, SPAD via a video recording shared on social media, observed a few taxis blocking an ambulance on the emergency lane when responding to a distress call.
"This offence falls under the purview of the Road Transport Act 1987. SPAD, too, views this matter seriously and will take action against drivers through the relevant operators," said SPAD in a statement Tuesday.
Therefore, SPAD will work with the Road Transport Department to investigate such incidents and take appropriate action which include the suspension and revocation of Driver’s Card/Vehicle Permit or Operator Licence through the Commission’s powers under the Land Public Transport Act 2010, said the statement.
"SPAD wishes to remind all land public transport operators and drivers to always prioritise the safety of passengers and other road users at all times," it added.