TIRANA, June 23 /ATA/-Following the decision taken by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection to give the green light to resumption of the public transport sector, after the suspension due to COVID-19 pandemic, the Road Transport Task Force has published the safety protocol to be implemented by transport companies and citizens.
“As part of the latest updates from the Ministry of Health regarding antiCovid rules, we invite all Public Transport Operators to respect safety measures,” said the Road Transport Task Force.
According to this protocol, the number of passengers will be allowed with a capacity of 70%. The seating of passengers will be diagonal. The protocol clarifies that the driver of the vehicle must have a protective mask and gloves. Also, travelers must wear masks and gloves. The getting on and off of the passengers will take place at different doors. If the passenger shows signs of COVID-19, the driver will need to call 127.
According to the protocol, the vehicles must be disinfected. Likewise, they should be ventilated during the trip. Distance must be applied at the station that should also be disinfected. Posters against the spread of COVID-19 should be placed on the vehicles. The hygiene measures should be observed.
The Road Transport Task Force appealed for respecting and enforcing the measures. Each operator will be monitored by the AntiCovid Operational Unit. /a.a/r.e/p.s./
