The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is urging bus operators and drivers to comply with the 45-second dwell time at EDSA Busway stations, as 90 percent of station timers are now operational.

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon said Friday that Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation enforcers have been deployed at northbound and southbound stations to monitor compliance and prevent delays.

“Now that the timers and enforcers are in place, bus drivers should be able to adjust. We urge them to follow this rule to ensure the continuous flow of buses along the busway,” Dizon said.  

“Our enforcers — two stationed at each northbound and southbound bus stop — are there to remind drivers that they should leave within 45 seconds. This prevents buses from staying too long at stops and causing traffic buildup,” he added. 

Likewise, the transport chief noted that the agency is also working to restore the remaining non-functional timers to fully optimize the busway’s efficiency and ensure smoother travel for commuters.

Beyond regulating bus flow, Dizon emphasized the importance of maintaining accessibility, particularly for persons with disabilities (PWDs).

“The steep ramp at Philam Station has been fixed and is now safe to use. The elevator at the station is also being repaired to make commuting more convenient for our PWD passengers,” Dizon said.