Handling RSA Delays During Malaysian Election Roadblocks | MyMechanic

Stabilise and choose the safest waiting position

• Pull to a straight shoulder, R&R, or petrol forecourt if reachable; keep traffic‑side doors closed and hazards on.
• If directed by officers, move to the indicated bay before making calls—obeying instructions speeds clearance.
• At night or in rain, prioritise visibility and dryness over triangle placement if walking space is limited.

Communicate in checkpoint‑friendly format

• Send a text: highway/road name, nearest KM marker or junction, direction, and “before/after” the checkpoint.
• Share fixed landmarks (overhead sign code, toll/exit number, bridge name) so teams can route through diversions.
• Keep one phone line active; avoid switching numbers/SIMs mid‑case.

Manage delays without raising risk

• Stay belted unless a barrier or safe bay is nearby; avoid standing near cones or lane lines.
• Rotate short A/C cycles with safe‑side window venting; small water sips every 10–15 minutes.
• Keep tools/valuables out of sight; close the bonnet after any check.

If officers approach during the wait

• Be polite and concise; present ID if asked and state assistance is en route.
• If told to move, request a nearby safe lay‑by or station rather than rejoining fast traffic with a weakened car.
• Ask permission before placing a triangle if cones/lane control are active.

ETA, rerouting, and handover discipline

• Request updates in 15–20 minute intervals for moving checkpoints.
• Authorise operator name, truck plate, and destination in writing before any hook‑up; no equipment touches the car until confirmed.
• Photograph four corners, then the job card and truck plate on arrival.

When to pivot from fix‑on‑site to tow

• Narrow shoulders, heavy rain, or officer‑controlled lanes.
• Red warnings, fluid leaks, strong burning smells, or repeated stalls.
• Long downhill stretches ahead—tow to a safer bay first.

Family, elderly, and accessibility notes

• Keep passengers seated and calm; move to shelter only with approval.
• For disabled passengers, request extra time and a low‑slope loading plan before arrival to avoid rushed transfers at the cones.

How MyMechanic helps during checkpoint delays

• Checkpoint‑aware routing with concise approach notes.
• Low‑data comms, written confirmations for identity/destination, and clean documentation for claims.
• Clear pivot rules: short on‑site fixes only when safe; otherwise tow to an approved, safer location.

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