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PETALING JAYAAuthorities have been criticized for their confusing definitions and uneven application of standard operating procedures (SOPs) in the fight against Covid-19.
Activists and stakeholders want the government, particularly the National Security Council, to ensure that the SOP is clearly defined rather than leaving it up to individual law enforcement officials to interpret.
The problem came to light recently when a social media user tweeted that his father received a compound of RM1,000 for failing to register using the MySejahtera app while refueling at a gas kiosk.
Senior Minister (Defense) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob finally clarified that this was not necessary unless the customer enters the convenience store to pay, or if he goes to the surau or the bathroom.
Alliance for Safe Community President Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye said that only through clear definitions of the SOP can the law be enforced. He noted that there had been some confusion about how the SOP was being applied.
In addition to the question of whether a customer should scan the MySejahtera QR code, there is also the question of whether two people in the same vehicle can sit together in the front.
“The question arises from where the intent and compliance of the regulation is clearly explained to law enforcement,” he said.
The director of public communications for the National Association of Patriots, Kapt (Rtd), Dr. Wong Ang Peng, proposed that the government grant at least a grace period of four to five days before the SOP is applied. He said law enforcement “need not be pushy when issuing subpoenas.”
“Law enforcement officials can kindly remind people to comply with the SOP. Malaysians generally respect the law, “he told the Sun.
Uma Ramaswamy, a member of the Penang Consumers Association, said that the government should also consult stakeholders, as their businesses and lives would be affected.
“If this is not done, people will eventually tire. Consultation is key, ”he said.
Uma also pointed out that when announcing a new set of SOPs, the government does not say whether it has been modified from an older version or from a completely new set.
In addition to the problem of scanning the MySejahtera QR code at a gas kiosk and if two people can occupy the front seat in the same car, runners and cyclists were also left unsure whether they would be able to continue their recreational activities during the conditional move. control order.
In response, the government finally clarified that non-contact sport and centralized training for athletes were allowed in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.
Ismail Sabri was also quoted by Bernama as saying that no more than 10 people can participate together in individual sports activities, e-sports, non-contact sports and outdoor sports.
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