Industry specialists are emphasizing the critical need for regular safety inspections of vehicles using Compressed Natural Gas. John Enock, a director at Jampion CNG Inspection Services, explained that this new technology involves handling highly pressurized cylinders, making thorough checks essential for public safety and confidence. The inspection process examines cylinder conditions, gas flow systems, and safety fittings before certifying a vehicle.
The current inspection fee is set at 30,000 shillings for Bajaj vehicles and 50,000 for cars, a cost some drivers find excessive. Agapatus Gurti, a specialist from the Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology, suggested these rates could be reviewed through stakeholder consultation. In contrast, drivers like Marijan Othman argue that the fee for what they perceive as a simple sticker is too high. Enock defended the costs, citing the expensive tools required and the significant legal responsibility inspectors carry, with penalties for negligence including heavy fines or imprisonment.
The current inspection fee is set at 30,000 shillings for Bajaj vehicles and 50,000 for cars, a cost some drivers find excessive. Agapatus Gurti, a specialist from the Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology, suggested these rates could be reviewed through stakeholder consultation. In contrast, drivers like Marijan Othman argue that the fee for what they perceive as a simple sticker is too high. Enock defended the costs, citing the expensive tools required and the significant legal responsibility inspectors carry, with penalties for negligence including heavy fines or imprisonment.
