Powers and Training of LTA Enforcement Officers and Traffic Police Officers

Mr Darryl David asked the Minister for Transport (a) how does the jurisdiction of LTA enforcement officers differ from that of the Traffic Police (TP); and (b) whether LTA enforcement officers on motorcycles are given the same training as TP officers on motorcycles, especially with regard to the pursuit of errant motorists.

Both Land Transport Authority (LTA) enforcement officers and Traffic Police (TP) officers conduct enforcement under the Road Traffic Act. LTA’s enforcement focuses on regulatory offences related to vehicle standards, registration and roadworthiness, while TP’s enforcement focuses on behavioural offences related to road accident and road conduct, including speeding, reckless driving and drink driving.

LTA enforcement officers undergo an Enforcement Riding course conducted by TP. The course equips them with skills, such as defensive riding techniques, as well as stopping and engaging traffic violators, to enable officers to carry out their enforcement roles on motorcycles safely and effectively.