Dubai: The General Department of Traffic in Dubai Police has recently launched an awareness campaign for e-scooter riders in various areas of the emirate, including Al Rigga Street, Al Muraqqabat Street, and Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard.

Brigadier Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, explained that the campaign aims to educate e-scooter riders about traffic rules and instructions, roads and paths designated for this type of transport, as well as related security and safety requirements.

Brigadier Al Mazrouei revealed that several e-scooter riders were recently involved in severe accidents resulting in various injuries due to negligence and non-compliance with traffic rules.

Brigadier Al Mazrouei added that e-scooter riders must comply with the rules and regulations set by relevant authority, which are aligned with the traffic rules law. They govern the use of e-scooters and the associated traffic safety stipulations such as the wearing of the protective helmet.  He added that the e-scooter must be parked at designated places and must not be left in places that trigger traffic bottlenecks. Riders must ride cautiously and avoid causing traffic risks to other road users. 

Brigadier Al Mazrouei further urged e-scooter riders to maintain distance between other vehicles and people walking on footpaths and refrain from holding or carrying any materials that may affect the balance of the e-scooter.