All PSV drivers have to adhere to the law

Members of the public will need to assist the Land Transport Authority in ensuring Public service vehicle drivers adhere to the PSV code of conduct which comes into effect next Saturday.

LTA Spokesperson Doreen Narayan said LTA expects all PSV drivers to adhere to the law and for drivers who do not comply there is a fixed penalty of fifty dollars, maximum five hundred dollars or three months imprisonment.

Narayan said the drivers will have to clear their fine within the normal twenty one day time frame.

She added the public will need to assist LTA in ensuring PSV drivers comply with the conduct.

Members of the public are advised to make full use of the toll free line 0800 3342 886, text 582 and email info@lta.com.fj to lodge any complaints.

The comprehensive code demands respect, integrity and honesty from PSV drivers while they render transportation services to the public.

The code outlines neat and tidy dressing, which means drivers must not wear round neck tee shirts with sleeves cut off, hats, beanies, chokers, ear rings or facial piercing.

Flip flops and slippers are prohibited. Instead they must wear proper collar or round neck tee shirts and shirts must be worn with long pants.

All drivers must wear closed shoes and sandals.

Drivers must also avoid talking to passengers unless it is for safety or matters relating to the journey.
 
Talk is considered a distraction compromising passenger safety along with counting money while driving, using mobile phones and smoking.
 

Story by: Sofaia Koroitanoa.