Expert Urges Regular Electrical Safety Checks on Malaysian Public Transport

By Subaashinee Kupusamy,

7th NOVEMBER: An engineering specialist has urged Malaysian authorities to enforce regular checks on electrical systems across public transportation vehicles. This suggestion follows several recent incidents where electrical malfunctions caused delays and raised safety concerns. The expert explained that consistent, routine maintenance of electrical systems in buses, trains, and other public vehicles could prevent such disruptions and improve passenger safety. Regular inspections would allow operators to identify and resolve minor faults before they escalate into major, potentially hazardous issues.

The expert also highlighted the need for comprehensive training for maintenance crews to manage and respond to electrical faults swiftly and effectively. By building a culture of preventive maintenance, operators could better ensure both service reliability and commuter safety. Currently, Malaysian public transport providers face challenges in addressing maintenance promptly due to a lack of stringent protocols.

This call to action also addresses long-term infrastructure resilience, emphasizing that a proactive approach to safety and efficiency could bolster public trust in Malaysia’s transportation network. Through enhanced regulation and prioritizing safety checks, transport authorities could mitigate risks associated with aging electrical infrastructure, contributing to a more reliable public transit system for all as stated in FMT.