250 vehicles were inspected in JPJ operations at Kapit

KAPIT, 13 Oct: Sarawak Road Transport Department (JPJ) inspected 250 vehicles through commercial vehicle enforcement operations and HID/LED lights around Kapit Town and Kapit-Mujong Road yesterday.

The operations carried out by the JPJ Kapit Operations Unit involved Commercial Vehicle Combat Ops and HID/LED Ops to detect faults and ensure compliance with road rules.

Among the faults detected were use of HID/LED lights, no driver's license, violation of LPKP permit requirements as well as modification of vehicle equipment and body structure.

According to the statement of JPJ Sarawak, other offences involving technical aspects of vehicles were also detected, with action taken in accordance with the provisions of the law in force.

"JPJ Sarawak emphasizes that safety and compliance aspects should be given serious attention, especially for commercial vehicles carrying loads as well as the use of lights which do not conform to specified specifications.

"In this regard, owners and operators of commercial vehicles as well as road users are advised to ensure that the vehicle is in good condition, safe to use and complies with all rules before starting the journey", the statement said.

JPJ Sarawak will continue its continuous monitoring and enforcement operations to improve the level of law enforcement as well as ensure the safety of all road users.