Pattaya Tightens Safety Rules for Beach Operators Amid Tourist Surge

[snoop1130]

 

Pattaya officials, spearheaded by Mayor Mr. Poramase Ngampiches, conducted a thorough inspection of Pattaya Beach on Saturday. The aim was to ensure that speedboat and jet ski operators adhere to newly instated safety regulations, a key component of the ongoing "Better Pattaya Bay" project. This initiative looks to improve safety and organisation at the beach as the city braces itself for the influx of tourists marking the high season.

 

For years, the beach had become a bustling hub for watercraft, causing frequent disruptions. To bring order, new rules dictate that jet ski operators must retrieve passengers only from designated areas in North and South Pattaya. Jet skis are also banned from venturing within 200 metres of the shore, safeguarding swimmers.

 

Mayor Ngampiches assured that the policy, part of the wider "Pattaya Model," has been in effect since November 1st. Saturday's inspection confirmed most operators complied, though some violations persist.

 

"My main concern is ensuring both locals and tourists feel safe while enjoying Pattaya's beaches," Mayor Ngampiches told local reporters. Initially, violators are issued warnings, with persistent offenders facing stricter penalties, including the revocation of their operating licenses.

 

As Pattaya gears up for an expected boom in tourism, these regulations mark a significant shift towards curbing the chaotic activity previously unchecked along its shores, reported The Pattaya News.

 

Photo: The Pattaya News

 

-- 2024-11-04

 

 

[Geoffggi]

Who is going to enforce these measures? - this is not to say these measures are not required and overdue

[hotchilli]

10 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Mayor Ngampiches assured that the policy, part of the wider "Pattaya Model," has been in effect since November 1st. Saturday's inspection confirmed most operators complied, though some violations persist

As always, remove them from the beach and send out a strong message, comply or go.

Last week I spent a nice day at Cha-am north beach... nice wide sandy beach, flat calm clear warm water to swim in, and jet-skis that could be heard were a long way from our location, possibly south beach... none ventured near us where many could swim with children in safety.

The only downside was the endless beach walking vendors trying to sell food/drinks every two minutes.

[john donson]

[jcmj]

They try this every year and after a few weeks it’s all back to normal. 

[jacko45k]

2 hours ago, Geoffggi said:

Who is going to enforce these measures? - this is not to say these measures are not required and overdue

Yes, there is hardly a sterling record when it comes to enforcing measures on land!

[Emdog]

Are the vendors fluent enough in major European, Chinese dialects, Indian dialects, etc to clearly inform and be understood by customers to stay out beyond 200 meter?  I highly doubt it....