KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry is prepared to review proposals for real-time monitoring and closed-circuit television (CCTV) in heavy vehicles to monitor driver behaviour.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the MOT welcomes suggestions from various parties to enhance road safety measures.
However, he stressed that any proposal to install monitoring equipment must consider cost implications, effectiveness, practicality and industry suitability.
"When mandating the installation of any technology or device, comprehensive considerations involving all stakeholders are required.
“We will engage with experts and stakeholders regarding this proposal," he told a press conference in Parliament on Wednesday (Nov 20).
Recently there have been suggestions including from experts to implement real-time monitoring systems to oversee the behaviour of heavy vehicle drivers, particularly lorry drivers, to reduce accidents caused by human factors.
They said fleet managers should use technologies such as GPS tracking to get real-time feedback on driving performance, including speed, braking patterns and overall driving habits, thereby reducing accidents linked to driver negligence.
According to data released by the Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department on Nov 15, small lorries, trailers and container lorries were the highest contributors to accidents involving commercial vehicles from January to September, with 168 cases recorded. - Bernama
