KUCHING: Transport Minister Datuk Lee Kim Shin together with several agencies under the Miri Division Disaster Management Committee (MDDMC) recently visited the E G Driving Academy Sdn Bhd at Miri By-Pass Road yesterday (Sept 26).
Previously, the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) announced that driving schools could resume operations on Sept 1, in accordance with the Sarawak Ministry of Transport (MOT) and the Road Transport Department (JPJ)’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) under Phase 3 of the National Recovery Plan (NRP).
Lee, who is the minister responsible for the MDDMC said that in line with the SOPs provided under Phase 3 of the NRP, JPJ officers will also conduct inspection visits to ensure that all driving schools comply with the rules set by the authorities such as the wearing of face masks by instructors and candidates at all times.
“Similarly, it is compulsory to open and lower down the vehicle’s windows for better air circulation and to prevent using the air conditioner while being inside the vehicle.
“All personnel and candidates must also adhere to health protocols set by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and implement new standards such as body temperature checks, MySejahtera scans, physical distancing, face masks, and hand sanitation before entering the premises,” he added.
Lee reviewing the progress of car on-the-road classes. 
Lee reviewing the progress of motorbike on-the-road classes.
