What specific safety standard must e-scooters meet to avoid seizure?

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E-scooters must meet the UL2272 fire-safety standard to avoid seizure.

E-scooters must comply with the UL2272 fire-safety standard to prevent them from being seized by authorities. This standard is a critical requirement for personal mobility devices (PMDs) operating within Singapore. Recent enforcement actions highlight the importance of this regulation, with numerous devices being impounded for failing to meet these safety benchmarks.
Enforcement Actions Resulted in Seizures

A joint operation conducted by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) and the police in June targeted active mobility devices and motor vehicles across several estates. This sweep resulted in the seizure of over 100 devices and vehicles, with a total of 111 items impounded. The seized items included power-assisted bicycles (PABs), PMDs, and other equipment regulated under the Active Mobility Act. This operation uncovered more than 200 offences related to illegal modifications, non-compliant devices, and safety breaches.
Strict Regulations on E-scooter Possession and Sale

Since June 1, it has been an offence to keep e-scooters that do not meet the UL2272 standard, irrespective of whether they are in use. The scale of this issue is significant, with more than 600 non-compliant devices already seized since January. Furthermore, retailers have been found selling or displaying these non-compliant devices, indicating a need for stricter oversight in the retail sector. Only registered mobility scooters are permitted for sale or advertisement, and users must possess a Certificate of Medical Need unless otherwise exempted.
Penalties for Non-Compliance

Individuals found using non-compliant e-scooters face substantial penalties, including fines of up to S$10,000 and/or a jail term of up to six months. Repeat offenders are subject to doubled penalties. For retailers, fines can reach up to S$20,000, with corporate entities facing penalties of up to S$40,000 for selling or displaying non-compliant devices. These stringent measures underscore the authorities' commitment to public safety on active mobility pathways.

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