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Transport Authority Decries Abuse of Commuter's Rights to Disembark Vehicle
The Transport Authority is decrying the blatant abuse of passenger rights as highlighted by a recent video circulated on social media and is warning offending operators that its operations teams will be exercising a zero tolerance approach to such incidents. The Authority uses this medium to express its deepest concern for the obvious distress suffered by the female passenger, whose rights, as a commuter were clearly infringed, since every passenger has a right to freely embark and disembark a motor vehicle at any convenient point. The Authority also publicly condemns the unsympathetic behaviour of the driver of the motor vehicle, who disregarded his responsibility to ensure that passengers are transported in a safe, secure and comfortable manner. Having become aware of the incident, the Authority commenced extensive efforts to contact the distressed passenger or other persons who may have witnessed the incident. A public plea was made on radio by the General Manager, Operations of the Transport Authority requesting that contact be made. Further, the Authority has intensified its monitoring and regulating of Public Passenger Vehicles, through the use of technology. As a part of this thrust, the Authority has added two applications to its monitoring system; WhatsApp and the Drive Safe Jamaica App, which are both fully functional and in use by the commuting public. Videos and pictures of infractions being committed by operators of Public Passenger Vehicles may be uploaded to the Transport Authority’s WhatsApp number, (876) 551-8196 or to the Drive Safe Jamaica App, which can be downloaded in Google Play Store. The Authority encourages the public to fully utilize these applications to report the various infractions that may be committed by PPV operators, so that the appropriate sanctions under the Transport Authority’s Suspension and Revocation Policy can be applied. Additionally, the Authority is encouraging members of the commuting public to choose only legal Public Passenger Vehicles as their mode of transportation.
PROHIBITION NOTICE AGAINST PLAYING LOUD MUSIC ON PPVs
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REJECT FAKE JOB ADVERTISMENTS SAYS TRANSPORT AUTHORITY
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – June 2, 2025: All Procurement positions within the Transport Authority are currently filled. It appears that some unscrupulous persons have been advertising positions within the Transport Authority’s Procurement Department via WhatsApp. {{ "Fake WhatsApp jobs.jpg" | asset_url | img_tag }}The Authority wants the public to be aware that it has an established protocol and human resource processes; guided by the Government of Jamaica Staff Orders for recruiting staff. Job vacancies within the Authority are usually advertised via the newspaper, the Authority’s website and other official channels. The Transport Authority is strongly urging the public to refrain from participating in any of these fake recruitment drives. -30-For further information, contact:Corporate Communications Department Transport Authority 119 Maxfield Avenue, Kingston 10 Tel: (876) 618-0959 Email: customerservice@ta.org.jm
TRANSPORT AUTHORITY STAGED FIRE DRILL DURING BUSINESS HOURS
{{ "Fire Sensitization Session.jpg" | asset_url | img_tag }}File Photo: Mr. Damion Lloyd - District Officer, Jamaica Fire Bigrade conducting a fire safety sensitization session with staff at the Transport Authority Corporate Office on April 24, 2025.KINGSTON, JAMAICA - May 20, 2025: The Transport Authority, today, facilitated a fire drill carried out by the Jamaica Fire Brigade to sensitize staff and customers at its Licensing Department on emergency response protocols. The drill tested evacuation protocols, identified potential challenges in relation to fire response and assessed the communication links in relation to first responders. It was conducted under ‘real life circumstances’ where customers were conducting business with the Authority at the time. The Transport Authority says the drill form part of its emergency plan and underscores its commitment to enhancing fire safety awareness through a focus on preparedness and education, ensuring the well-being of staff and customers. Mr. Ralston Smith, Transport Authority Managing Director said that the drill met its objective, in that the Fire Brigade provided the Authority with the needed information for its preparedness and made recommendations for areas where improvements are needed. Mr. Smith says, “It was a well-executed drill. Persons evacuated the respective areas within minutes, and the necessary head count was done. However, greater sensitization of key stakeholders will enhance future drills and sensitization sessions.” Since January, this is the second in a series of disaster preparedness sessions held with Transport Authority staff throughout the Kingston Metropolitan Offices, to build awareness around the ever-present threat of fires, earthquakes and other catastrophes. The Transport Authority’s disaster preparedness drills in collaboration with the Jamaica Fire Brigade and the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) will continue throughout all the Transport Authority’s Regional offices in upcoming months. -30-
