Enforcement operations strengthen road safety
ETHEKWINI
Municipality continues to prioritise road safety and freight compliance
through proactive enforcement operations conducted along key transport
corridors. During July, a series of joint freight enforcement operations
were undertaken on the M7/N2 corridor and at the Mariannhill Toll Plaza,
bringing together the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), Road Traffic
Infringement Agency (RTIA), and the City’s Metro Police, Fire Directorate, and
eThekwini Transport Authority (ETA).
These
multi-agency operations form part of the Municipality’s broader commitment to
promoting safer roads, improving compliance with traffic legislation and
municipal by-laws, and supporting the efficient movement of freight through
Durban, home to South Africa’s busiest port. Each participating agency
played a specialised role during the operations.
The
Fire Directorate inspected dangerous goods documentation to ensure compliance
with relevant regulations, while RTI officials focused on traffic law
enforcement and provided motorists with opportunities to settle outstanding
traffic fines on site. RTIA officials educated drivers on the Administrative
Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) system and
assisted
them with checking infringement records. Metro Police and ETA officials
provided enforcement support and co-ordinated operational activities.
Four
enforcement operations were conducted on 7, 9, 14 and 15 July
respectively. Officers recorded six compulsory stop sign violations and
identified 16 cases where drivers failed
to
produce the required dangerous goods certificates. A total of R92 500 in fines
was issued, while 26 fines were settled on site, generating R15 800 in
payments. Importantly, 272 vehicles were inspected and drivers were educated on
safety and compliance
By
combining education with enforcement, the Municipality is strengthening
accountability in the freight sector and making the roads safer for everyone. Picture: SUPPLIED
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