社会｜日本郵便、懲罰自転車を禁止へ / Society | Japan Post to Ban Punishment Bicycles

Summary

Japan Post has announced a company-wide ban on the use of “punishment bicycles,” which required delivery personnel who caused traffic accidents to deliver by bicycle or on foot.

Previously, delivery staff involved in accidents were made to deliver in this manner as part of training aimed at preventing reoccurrences. However, this practice faced criticism from employees. Considering the extreme heat conditions, the company has determined that it is “not reasonable.”

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Wait, are there really incidents like that!?
Log: Yeah, apparently in the past, a delivery person who caused a traffic accident was made to deliver with a “punishment bicycle.”
Chako: What? That’s just too harsh!
Log: It really is. Making deliveries by bicycle in extreme heat isn’t reasonable, so they decided to ban it.
Navi: Japan Post emphasizes that this decision prioritizes the health and safety of its employees.
Chako: That’s a relief! I hope they become an even kinder company.

Admin’s Note

I believe that Japan Post’s recent decision reflects a strong emphasis on the health and safety of its employees, which is very commendable. In the past, systems like the “punishment bicycle” likely had a negative impact on employee morale and the working environment. While training for delivery personnel who have been involved in accidents is important, I hope that shifting to more effective methods will help prevent future incidents. I look forward to seeing the company’s future policies.