Written by Edrisa Ssentongo
The ministry of Works and Transport has ordered for Mandatory vehicle inspection for passenger buses.
This is inline with the recent government directive for all passenger bus companies to check in Namanve motor vehicle inspection centre for mandatory inspection of fleet.
" The exercise is aimed at ensuring all passenger buses on our needs meet the required safety and road worthiness standards particularly in critical areas such as braking systems, tyres, lighting and overall mechanical integrity, the compliance notice stated.
The goal is to reduce road crashes linked to mechanical failure and enhance the safety of road users and ministry of Works continues to guide and monitor the process to ensure full compliance across the sector.
Inspections will focus on critical systems, braking, tyres, lighting and mechanical integrity to reduce accidents and non compliant buses face being banned from operation.
The key inspection areas and safety checks are;
The ministry of Works and Transport has ordered for Mandatory vehicle inspection for passenger buses.
This is inline with the recent government directive for all passenger bus companies to check in Namanve motor vehicle inspection centre for mandatory inspection of fleet.
" The exercise is aimed at ensuring all passenger buses on our needs meet the required safety and road worthiness standards particularly in critical areas such as braking systems, tyres, lighting and overall mechanical integrity, the compliance notice stated.
The goal is to reduce road crashes linked to mechanical failure and enhance the safety of road users and ministry of Works continues to guide and monitor the process to ensure full compliance across the sector.
Inspections will focus on critical systems, braking, tyres, lighting and mechanical integrity to reduce accidents and non compliant buses face being banned from operation.
The key inspection areas and safety checks are;
- Documentation; vehicles must display valid inspection certificates on the windscreen
- Mechanical and safety components; inspectors will verify braking systems, tyres, lights and steering components
- Interior safety: Inspection of seat, security seatbelts and for vehicles carrying children, functioning child safety and alarm systems.
- Exterior/ Engines: Checking for fluid leaks, engine security and suspension including air bags and shocks.
- Emergency; mandatory check of fire extinguishers, exit windows, emergency exits and roof hatches.
Regulations may require annual or semi annual inspections depending on passenger capacity and drivers should perform pre- start inspection and other daily checks to avoid penalties.
