In alignment with the Road Traffic Regulations, 2022, protective measures have been put in place to safeguard motor cycle drivers, pedal cyclists and pillions. Motor Cycle Drivers/Pillions A person driving a motor cycle or who is a pillion on such motor cycle: Shall wear a protective helmet that is the correct size for the person and that has been designed...

All lamps that are fitted to the motor vehicle, pursuant to the Road Traffic Regulations, 2022: Must be in good working condition Must be capable of being lit and properly secured Must be kept lit during the period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise and at any other time when, due to insufficient light...

In the event of an accident, the Road Safety Unit (RSU) of the Ministry of Transport and Mining, has provided a set of instructions for motorists to follow. Process The first action is to stop at the scene, take photos or videos of any tyre marks on the road, positions of the vehicles, and retrieve the following information: Full name...

The Government of Jamaica (GOJ) remains committed to reducing crime and protecting its citizens. Every Jamaican can employ a greater level of responsibility for their personal safety with the help of several GOJ initiatives. Stay Alert App This mobile application (app) was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of National Security (MNS) to allow the public to contact the police....

Effective January 1, 2023, biological fathers of newborns, and newly adoptive parents, are now entitled to 20 working days’ paternity and adoption leave with pay. Paternity Leave Paid leave can only be accessed on three occasions within each government organisation Full-time male employees, 18 years or older with at least 12 months of continuous service whether contracted or in a...

Regulation 247 of the new Road Traffic Act stipulates that a person shall not drive a motor vehicle if the vehicle causes a sound that exceeds the noise limit. Vehicle Noise Limit Motorcycle 85 dBA Motorcar 85 dBA Small Commercial Motor Vehicle 90 dBA Large Commercial Motor Vehicle 95 dBA   The noise limit for stationary vehicles is the same...

Regulation 262 (2) of the new Road Traffic Act, states that where a motor vehicle is for any reason stationary on a roadway or on the shoulder of a road, the driver should display at least two emergency warning signs: The signs shall be placed not less than 45 metres from the motor vehicle along the roadway, on the side...

According to regulations 155 to 167 of the new Road Traffic Act an application for a learner’s permit or driver’s licence shall be made to the Authority. Learner’s Permit To apply for a learner’s permit, the applicant must submit: A medical certificate Three identical photographs taken less than six months before the time of application and certified by a Justice...

According to the Road Traffic Regulations, 2022, the main purposes of traffic signs are to regulate traffic, warn users of potential danger and to inform persons of direction, distance, various destinations and give general advice on use of the road (regulation 200 [1]). Types of Traffic Signs Road Signs – usually on free-standing supports, having text or graphics inscribed Road...