Months after the Code of Conduct for public transportation providers was launched, members of the United Minibus Union (UMU) in Bartica, Region Seven, have officially donned their uniforms.
Union members officially donned their gold t-shirts, along with black and gold caps, on Sunday June 2nd, in Bartica.
A press release from the UMU stated that operators in Bartica have responded to one of the requirements in the Code of Conduct that was developed and endorsed by the Ministry of Business, the Union, the Guyana Police Force and the Guyana National Road Safety Council. The purpose of the code is to improve the quality, safety and efficiency of public transportation in Guyana.
The document, which contains guidelines for minibus operators offering public transportation services, was launched on February 16th, 2019, at the Stabroek Market Square by the Ministry of Business.
Minibus operators are expected to abide by the guidelines, which prohibit loud and offensive music and offensive language, and discrimination against the elderly, persons with disabilities, and non-nationals. It also mandates the proper display of the fare structure in minibuses.
Operators will be required to wear uniforms, along with an identification badge or card. It was explained that operators of the different routes will be attired in a uniform associated with their routes.
The code does not permit operators to refuel their minibuses while commuters are on board. In addition, operators must at all times ensure commuters are comfortable during their journey and should not be rude or disrespectful to commuters.
