297 PMD wanderers between the ages of 14 and 80 were charged with active mobility offenses since May 1, 2018

Last week, Transportation Minister Khaw Boon Wan revealed that the Active Mobility Advisory Group (AMAP) is currently reviewing some active mobility regulations, including speed limits. .

He was answering the questions put by Tampine RCMP MP Miss Cheng Li Hui, who asked the Minister of Transport, because of the serious bodily injury that can occur in a collision between PMD and pedestrians, the speed limit of PMD on sidewalks and bike lanes / shared should be lowered and if the maximum speed of electric and motorized PMDs should also be lowered.

In a written response on July 9, the Minister noted that cyclists and personal mobility Device users (PMD) are currently subject to a speed limit of 15 km / h on footpaths and 25 km / h on bike routes and shared. For motorized PMDs, there is a speed limit of 25 km / h.

He noted that the speed limit on shared and cycle lanes is not examined because these lanes are much wider and much less rugged. Thus, the authority will maintain the maximum speed of the PMD at 25 km / h, which is the maximum speed at which they can travel on the bike lanes and shared.

In response to NMP Mr. Azmoon Ahmad who asked the Minister if the Ministry could consider Speed ​​Controllers at both ends of the crosswalks to ensure that users in a hurry of personal mobility devices must reduce their speed to Approaching these crossings, the Minister notes that LTA installs if possible speed regulation strips on bike lanes. such as pedestrian crossings and signposted crosswalks, to remind motorists to slow down when approaching level crossings paired with other signs, including watch boxes with a pedestrian bicycle logo " to guide the behavior of users of personal mobility devices.

He added that it is currently a code of conduct for ice users to stop and monitor traffic on approach to the lighthouse. Approaching a pedestrian crossing and only crossing at walking speed, noting that AMAP examines the behavior of users of active mobility devices at crossings and will publish its recommendations to the end When asked if the ministry was considering adopting legislation explicitly prohibiting the use of personal mobility devices to transport young children as a pass. Mr. Khaw responded to Professor NMP Assoc Randolph Tan that personal mobility devices (PMDs) had been a convenient mode of transporting the first and last kilometer for many Singaporeans, and some of them are designed to carry passengers.

"Rather than prohibiting the transport of young children as passengers, it is more important for all PMD users to assume responsibility for safe driving." PMD users should not carry more passengers than the PMD is designed for transport, and must drive slowly to ensure their safety, that of their passengers and other road users. "Souza also asked how the PMD rules are designed to keep pedestrians, especially children, the elderly and the disabled, secure on driveways and parks and how to reduce the number of accidents so far? The Advisory Committee on Active Mobility has developed a large-scale public consultation system in 2015, which includes speed limits on trails and shared paths, regulations against reckless driving, and restrictions on the speed, weight and dimensions of the devices. used on public roads.

"A Code of Conduct has also been introduced to guide cyclists and PMD users on how to safely share paths with each other." These regulations come with strict application and enforcement. Extensive educational efforts, "added Khaw.

He further noted that LTA and the Panel will continue to consider whether these regulations are relevant and sufficient. the behavior of users of active mobility at crossings, the use of helmets by users of active mobility and the framework of insurance and compensation for active mobility. The Group will publish its recommendations of 39, here the end of the year

. It is also the responsibility of cyclists or PMD users to have a basic respect and consideration for their users.

MP Ang Mo Kion RCMP Intan Azura Mokhtar asked the minister how many accidents involving electric scooters or there were motorized PMD, how many serious injuries were inflicted on pedestrians which required hospitalization between October 2017 and May 2018, and if there are plans to further regulate the use of electric scooters or electric PMDs, particularly allowable speeds and use, tests, licenses and age requirements of the riders. Whereas MP for MacPherson SMC Ms. Tin Pei Ling asked what is the number of errant users of PMD taken and taken into account since the beginning of the Active Mobility Act, what is the profile of these stray users, and what other efforts will be undertaken by the Government will improve awareness of the Act to better protect public safety.

In a written response, the Minister of Transport revealed that there were 128 accidents on public roads involving personal mobility devices (PMDs) in 2017; Of these, there were serious injuries

. He pointed out that the Act on Active Mobility (AMA) empowers the LTA to enforce laws against active mobility offenses. LTA's active mobility enforcement agents have redoubled their efforts to crack down on active mobility offenses such as driving improper vehicles, careless driving and excessive speeding.

According to Mr. Khaw, since May 1, 2018, 297 strayers PMD users between the ages of 14 and 80 were charged with active mobility offenses. Those convicted of active mobility offenses are subject to fines and / or imprisonment. Those caught driving non-compliant devices may also have their devices seized and confiscated.

He also stated that LTA will introduce a mandatory registration scheme for electronic scooters early next year, which will help deter irresponsible behavior.

million. Khaw added that the AMAP also examines the regulations on active mobility, including the speed limit on sidewalks, the behavior of users of active mobility at crossings, the use of helmets by Active mobility device users and the insurance and compensation framework will publish their recommendations by the end of the year.

He goes on to note that LTA has also stepped up its efforts to raise awareness of the rules and code of conduct governing active mobility. use, including the launch of advertising campaigns in different languages, relying on Active Mobility Patrol volunteers to engage the public on safety and graceful path sharing behaviors, and the launch of the program. secure riding.

"I urge all cyclists and PMD users to show respect and consideration for their users. This will ensure that Singaporeans can continue to share our paths safely and in harmony, "he said

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Under the new sanctions regime, the current amount of $ 100 has been increased to $ 300 and $ 500 for primary offenders who use local roads and main roads respectively.

In the event of conviction, first-time offenders are liable to a fine of up to $ 2,000 and / or up to three months' imprisonment, while offenders are serving up to three months in prison. sentenced for the second time or a subsequent period will be liable to a fine of up to $ 5,000 and / or a term of imprisonment of up to six months. .