PASIR PUTEH - All bus operators must ensure that the respective bus fitted with Global Positioning System (GPS) in order to ensure safe driving.
The Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) Eastern Regional, Mohd Tamizi Shafie said although many express bus fitted with GPS since it came into force in 2013, but it is believed there is an express bus that is not installed with the tool.
"They must install GPS, if no, it will affect the reform process permits the bus," he told reporters after closing a course Culture Transformation Excellent Work Consortium E-pearl Berhad here today.
Mohd Tamizi said about 200 express buses operate on the East Coast, involving Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang with various major routes every day.
"their operation must be monitored, including aspects method of safe driving, the speed of the bus, the service courteous and do not deviate from the prescribed route, this is all to ensure the safety of passengers, "he said.
Meanwhile, the Chief Executive of the Consortium E-pearl Berhad, Che Ibrahim Che Ismail said express bus companies that provide incentives Special to the 242 employees who demonstrate outstanding services such as safe driving.
"at the end of this year, we plan to send 10 selected employees to perform Umrah with all the expense of the company," he said. - Bernama