‘Big, safe bus’ mindset breeds bigger safety problem


MELAKA: Forgetfulness is cited as the top excuse by bus drivers and passengers when asked why they are not wearing their seat belts, said Melaka Road Transport Department (JPJ).

Melaka JPJ director Siti Zarina Mohd Yusop said some passengers even claimed they didn’t think it was necessary to fasten their seat belts in a “big, safe bus”.

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