KUALA LUMPUR: The government is exploring the installation of platform screen doors (PSDs) and other safety systems across LRT stations following a recent incident where a passenger fell onto the tracks at the Abdullah Hukum station, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
Loke said discussions have been held with Prasarana Malaysia Bhd (Prasarana) on the matter.
“Prasarana has already proposed installing PSDs at platforms, but putting in such barriers is not a simple project, as it involves high costs.
“All stations would need to be modified, as older designs did not include PSDs. These are only available in newer rail systems such as the MRT, but not for older trains, like LRT and monorail,” he said.
Loke said this when met by reporters on Monday (April 13) at a road safety programme at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT).
He added that the ministry is also exploring the most practical ways to install barriers to enhance passenger safety.
“There are various technologies available, not only doors or barriers, but also systems such as sirens, infrared sensors and others that can alert passengers.
“This is something Prasarana is already working on, and we hope the project can be completed as soon as possible to prevent such incidents from recurring,” he said.
Earlier this month, a passenger fell onto the tracks at the Abdullah Hukum station, temporarily disrupting train services between the Universiti, Kerinchi and Abdullah Hukum stations.
The Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department’s Operations Control Centre said the victim, a 39-year-old local woman, sustained injuries to her hands and face.
