Do you need to pay 1 yuan more for carrying large items on the bus? Guangtai s bus regulations have

February 27, Guang'an, Sichuan. Netizens posted** that a bus in Yuechi County was asked by the driver to add 1 yuan more because the passengers got on the bus with their backs. On the 28th, the staff of Guangtai Bus Company responded that the regulations have been for many years, there are corresponding laws and regulations, there are instructions for riding on the bus, the length, width, height and weight of the goods are required, and more than the need to add money, which is equivalent to a cargo ticket, if there is no charge, there will be a passenger with a lot of goods.

First, let's look at the passenger's position. In everyday life, people are accustomed to carrying various personal belongings on the bus, but it is not always clear what size of cargo is appropriate to carry. In the opinion of many passengers, as long as they manage their belongings well and do not affect other people's rides, they should not pay extra fees. When a bus driver asks for an extra charge for carrying goods, passengers may feel confused and upset that it is an unnecessary extra burden.

From the bus company's point of view, the regulations are based on operational management and safety considerations. The main function of public transportation is to transport passengers, which is different from freight services. When individual passengers carry large cargo, it can take up extra space, affect the ride experience of other passengers, and even cause congestion during rush hours. What's more, large cargo may have safety hazards while on the road, such as the impact of movement during emergency braking. Therefore, by setting additional fees, the bus company is actually carrying out a kind of management of the goods carried by passengers, aiming to ensure the operation order of the bus and the safety of passengers.

Guangtai Bus Company's response mentioned that the relevant regulations have been implemented for many years and are supported by clear laws and regulations. This shows that the company did not make a unilateral decision, but operated in accordance with existing regulations and travel instructions. There are usually clear instructions inside the bus to inform passengers about the rules for luggage or cargo, including size and weight restrictions. If the prescribed limit is exceeded, it is reasonable to charge according to the goods, and it can be regarded as a compensation for exceeding the regular service.

In addition, not setting additional charges for carrying cargo may encourage more passengers to travel with bulky goods, which will affect the normal operation of buses and the interests of other passengers. This practice helps to maintain order and efficiency in public transport in the long run.

However, after considering the various factors mentioned above, bus companies should also take into account human affection and flexibility when implementing such policies. For example, for necessities carried by the elderly or small children with reduced mobility, bus drivers can give due consideration to whether or not to charge them. Similarly, for passengers who are not familiar with the rules, the driver should perhaps explain and warn first, rather than charging directly.

In summary, the additional charge of bus companies for passengers to carry goods on the bus is based on reasonable management and safety considerations, and is supported by laws and regulations. However, this approach should be appropriately and flexibly applied in the light of actual conditions and human feelings. Bus companies should strengthen the publicity and education of such regulations to improve the understanding and cooperation of passengers, so as to ensure the smooth implementation of policies and the harmonious operation of public transportation.