MoI urges caution while using self–balancing electric scooters

Doha: Ministry of Interior (MoI) has urged everyone to be cautious while using self–balancing electric scooters inside the city roads.
A post on ministry’s social media page said: “People are using self –balancing electric scooters as part of sports and entertainment activities and sometime even to move in between short distance.
“People are usually treating self-balancing boards as toys and use it carelessly. Please note that you might get injured when riding a self-balancing scooter if not experienced or don’t follow the safety instructions.”
Among the suggestions it put forward are:

• Before using these scooters, the rider should understand all the instructions that came with the device. He/She should also practice it indoor before riding outdoor to avoid accidents.
• Hopping on a scooter may prove dangerous.
• Don’t ride these scooters in rough terrain or in watery surface or while raining.
• Avoid riding on barefoot and colliding with people or irremovable objects.
• Wear helmet, knee-pads, elbow pads and gloves to protect you in case of falling or slipping

(Source: MoI)

The Peninsula