The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has started the retraining program for its enforcers following the viral incident in Bohol wherein five of its personnel were accused of manhandling a motorcycle rider.
Dubbed as Retooling Training Program, LTO chief, Assistant Secretary Vigor D. Mendoza II said it is aimed at updating the agency’s enforcers on protocol and procedures in enforcing road safety rules and regulations.
“This initiative ensures that LTO personnel remain updated, well-equipped, and efficient in carrying out their duties,” said Mendoza.
“By advancing the legal knowledge and enforcement capabilities of personnel, this will ensure consistency and effectiveness of land transportation law enforcement, improve road safety, and foster greater public trust in the professionalism and integrity of LTO field enforcement personnel nationwide,” he added.
The program includes intensive discussion on Republic Act No. 4136 (Land Transportation and Traffic Code) and other related land transportation laws, rules, and regulations, particularly R.A. No. 8750 (Seat Belts Use Act of 1999) and R.A. No. 11229 (Child Safety in Motor Vehicles Act).
“The retooling training program also includes guidelines and procedures in the inspection of motor vehicles and protocol and procedures in the conduct of law enforcement operations,” said Mendoza.
Mendoza earlier ordered a refresher training program following the viral incident in Bohol involving a motorcycle rider and enforcers of the LTO.
Department of Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon ordered the dismissal of the five LTO personnel involved.
He also backed Mendoza’s order to conduct a moral and spiritual training program for all the agency’s personnel.
The refresher course was participated in by enforcers from the Central Office and the National Capital Region.
But Mendoza said it will be conducted in all the agency’s regional offices and will cover enforcers down to the district offices.