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PROHIBITION NOTICE AGAINST PLAYING LOUD MUSIC ON PPVs
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REJECT FAKE JOB ADVERTISMENTS SAYS TRANSPORT AUTHORITY
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – June 2, 2025: All Procurement positions within the Transport Authority are currently filled. It appears that some unscrupulous persons have been advertising positions within the Transport Authority’s Procurement Department via WhatsApp. {{ "Fake WhatsApp jobs.jpg" | asset_url | img_tag }}The Authority wants the public to be aware that it has an established protocol and human resource processes; guided by the Government of Jamaica Staff Orders for recruiting staff. Job vacancies within the Authority are usually advertised via the newspaper, the Authority’s website and other official channels. The Transport Authority is strongly urging the public to refrain from participating in any of these fake recruitment drives. -30-For further information, contact:Corporate Communications Department Transport Authority 119 Maxfield Avenue, Kingston 10 Tel: (876) 618-0959 Email: customerservice@ta.org.jm
TRANSPORT AUTHORITY STAGED FIRE DRILL DURING BUSINESS HOURS
{{ "Fire Sensitization Session.jpg" | asset_url | img_tag }}File Photo: Mr. Damion Lloyd - District Officer, Jamaica Fire Bigrade conducting a fire safety sensitization session with staff at the Transport Authority Corporate Office on April 24, 2025.KINGSTON, JAMAICA - May 20, 2025: The Transport Authority, today, facilitated a fire drill carried out by the Jamaica Fire Brigade to sensitize staff and customers at its Licensing Department on emergency response protocols. The drill tested evacuation protocols, identified potential challenges in relation to fire response and assessed the communication links in relation to first responders. It was conducted under ‘real life circumstances’ where customers were conducting business with the Authority at the time. The Transport Authority says the drill form part of its emergency plan and underscores its commitment to enhancing fire safety awareness through a focus on preparedness and education, ensuring the well-being of staff and customers. Mr. Ralston Smith, Transport Authority Managing Director said that the drill met its objective, in that the Fire Brigade provided the Authority with the needed information for its preparedness and made recommendations for areas where improvements are needed. Mr. Smith says, “It was a well-executed drill. Persons evacuated the respective areas within minutes, and the necessary head count was done. However, greater sensitization of key stakeholders will enhance future drills and sensitization sessions.” Since January, this is the second in a series of disaster preparedness sessions held with Transport Authority staff throughout the Kingston Metropolitan Offices, to build awareness around the ever-present threat of fires, earthquakes and other catastrophes. The Transport Authority’s disaster preparedness drills in collaboration with the Jamaica Fire Brigade and the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) will continue throughout all the Transport Authority’s Regional offices in upcoming months. -30-
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Once you have determined the type of road licence you would like to apply for, you need to get the relevant application form, as well as requirement sheet from any of the Transport Authority offices or download it from our website at www.ta.org.jm. This should be filled out and submitted with the relevant documents and fee for the applicable type of licence. Applications may be submitted in office or on-line.
Persons who want to apply for Route Taxi licences should visit their respective Route Taxi Associations.
No, the Transport Authority has made the provision for all road licences to be renewed before the expiration date. The licensing renewal period usually begins in Mid-February of each year and your road licence will be valid until the following year March 31st. For information on the specific date for renewals each year, please contact us at 876-926-8912.
Back year charges apply when a licence holder has been operating without renewing the road licence. Whenever a road licence is not currently in use, it is required that the licence be surrendered, otherwise one will be required to pay all fees for the amount of years the licence was expired if you wish to renew said licence. However, for Public Passenger vehicle licences there are restrictions on renewals after the licence has expired in excess of a year. Contact our office for details.
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