Malang, (malangkota.go.id) – Starting from January 26 to February 8, 2021, medium/long-distance train passengers are required to show a Covid-19 free certificate in the form of a GeNose test result or rapid antigen test or RT-PCR stating negative for Covid-19 as a health requirement for individuals traveling.
The regulation is in accordance with the Circular Letter of the Ministry of Transportation Number 11 of 2021 concerning the Extension of the Implementation of Guidelines for the Implementation of Travel by Railway Transportation during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
As for the certificate of negative Covid-19 results from the GeNose test or rapid antigen test or RT-PCR, the sample was taken within a maximum period of 3x24 hours before departure time. This requirement is not mandatory for customers under 12 years of age.
Public Relations Manager of PT KAI Daop 8 Surabaya, Suprapto explained, regarding the GeNose test examination service at the station, it is planned to be available in stages starting February 5, 2021. Currently, it is still in the preparation stage with Gadjah Mada University and PT Rajawali Nusantara Indonesia (RNI). "In the initial stage, the service is planned to be provided at Gambir and Yogyakarta Stations first," said Suprapto, Wednesday (27/01/2021).
Currently, PT KAI Daop 8 Surabaya has provided rapid antigen test services at 5 stations in its area for Rp105.000. Customers who want to take a rapid antigen test at the station are required to prepare a medium/long-distance train ticket or code booking which has been paid in full and original identity card. The 5 stations are Surabaya Gubeng, Surabaya Pasar Turi, Malang, Mojokerto, and Sidoarjo.
"Every medium/long-distance train passenger must be in good health (not suffering from flu, colds, coughs, loss of smell, diarrhea, and fever), body temperature not more than 37,3 degrees Celsius, wear a 3-layer cloth mask or a medical mask that covers the nose and mouth, and are advised to wear long-sleeved clothing," added Suprapto.
Passengers are also not allowed to talk one-way or two-way via telephone or in person during the journey. Passengers on trains whose journey is less than 2 hours are not allowed to eat and drink, except for individuals who are required to take medication for medical treatment which if not done can endanger the safety and health of the person.
Suprapto added, to prevent the spread of Covid-19, every train customer is required to comply with health protocols and implement 3M, namely wearing masks, washing hands, and maintaining distance. "KAI fully supports the policies set by the government in order to prevent the spread of Covid-19 through train transportation," he concluded. (say/ram)
