Law Summary
Specifications of Early Warning Devices
- EWD must be triangular, collapsible reflectorized plates in red and yellow.
- Each side of the triangular plate must be at least 40 centimeters long and 5 centimeters wide.
- Reflectorized panels should be backed by metal sheets, with a metal stand.
- The triangle must be visible under adverse weather conditions from at least 400 meters away when illuminated by high beam headlights.
- It should lean backward 5 to 10 degrees perpendicular to the roadway for maximum visibility.
- The lower edge of the reflectorized triangle must be at least 7 centimeters above the road surface.
- It must weigh at least 1.25 kilograms, concentrated at the base to prevent displacement by air currents caused by fast-moving vehicles.
- No accreditation of suppliers or brands is required; homemade EWDs are allowed if specifications are met.
Public Information Dissemination
- Regional directors are tasked with informing the public about the EWD specifications.
- Information dissemination includes stressing the EWD as a mandatory requirement for motor vehicle registration.
Fines, Penalties, and Registration Requirements
- No registration of motor vehicles (except motorcycles) by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) unless equipped with the specified EWD.
- Failure to install EWD when a vehicle is stalled or disabled on a roadway results in a fine of ₱300.00 and suspension of the driver's license for 30 days.
- If failure to install EWD causes an accident, the driver's license may be suspended for up to two years or revoked depending on the case.
Penalty Provisions for Officials and Employees
- LTO employees or officials responsible for registering motor vehicles without EWD (except motorcycles/tricycles) face administrative sanctions.
- Any violation of this Circular by LTO officials or employees will result in administrative action.
Repeal and Amendment of Previous Orders
- All prior orders, circulars, or memoranda inconsistent with this Circular are repealed or amended accordingly.
Effectivity
- The Circular shall take effect after publication in the Official Gazette or a general circulation newspaper, or upon submission of three copies to the UP Law Center.
- Strict compliance with these provisions is mandated.