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« Reply #30 on: December 08, 2009, 08:34:00 PM » |
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so fast do the the workshop no business liao! driver use eye to see lah. if the road is so safe no need to see then no need licence liao loh. so fast take action then other trade no business then will create economy down turn already!  After so many accidents, wandering why the authorities are doing nothing up to now. At least our constituency representative or grassroots should have paid a courtesy call at the bereaved family who's beloved kid had been knocked down. A careful study, steps to be taken, mistakes rectified, discussions and education to be held to prevent future accidents. NOTHING   Something which we cannot understand. WHY WHY, the whole stretch of space directly under the LRT are design like a Rain Forest. Trees are grown densely right up to the underside of the LRT concrete structure.  Drivers along this stretch of road are at risk of knocking someone who may suddenly walk across the road from the thick undergrowth. Theres no way for the driver to notice any pedestrains crossing. Early in the morning before 6 am, Malaysian registered lorries loaded with fruits for PRIME SUPERMARKET used this stretch like a Malaysian Highway. Speeding with engines louder than our army tanks. Why Why are they allowed to do so. Singapore has no traffic police or they have'nt started work yet  Many things had gone wrong. Something needs to be addressed. Is an honest mistake lar!! Let's move on lei!!!  |
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« Reply #31 on: December 09, 2009, 01:12:36 PM » |
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accordint to the news paper report. her grandfather let a 5 year old pull him to cross the road instead of the grand father teach her cannot run across the road like that. but no chance to teach cos she learnt it the hard way. am not saying the driver is not wrong. i believe both sides are at fault. why let the grandfather bring the little girl to PP in the first place? can she go on her own? parents know she cant cross the road safely that y the grandfather go along but instead of looking after her safety first the grandfather let the 5 year old teach him how to cross the road. after eating rice for so many years still can let a 5 year old bring u to cross the road ?  who brought a 5 yr-old girl to dash the road?
are you looking for more information, or are you trying to blame the victims? remember, that's a 50km/h maximum, residential road, not an expressway. driver need to drive according to the environment. Punggol is a very densely populated residential area. there are columns supporting LRT track, bushes and small trees under the LRT track blocking views of pedestrians and drivers. When there's heavy rain, some of the trees bend over on to the road, blocking 1 lane. For safety, drive slowly, especially at night. there are many old people, many children in Punggol. 50km/h is the maximum. if necessary, drive at 40km/h, or even 30km/h and below if view is obstructed. |
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« Reply #32 on: December 12, 2009, 12:34:25 PM » |
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well, i agree regards on the plants in the center divder...it block everyone view......especially at night.......
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« Reply #33 on: December 13, 2009, 04:07:59 AM » |
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I have a 4 year old daughter ... I have been teaching her to lookout for cars in the car parks and traffic crossings since she is 2 years old. She has now learned (and insisted) not to cross the road unless there is a 'Green Man Walking' and be on a constant lookout for incoming cars in car parks. As a parent, it is our responsibility to teach our children about road safety and it is never too young to start. Dear Bubblesha,
Just curious to know how you can teach a 5-year old to "always look back and reflect oneself" when crossing the road ?
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« Reply #34 on: December 14, 2009, 02:13:56 PM » |
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wow thats very good! but if she pull you to dash across the road will you follow or will you teach her again? I have a 4 year old daughter ... I have been teaching her to lookout for cars in the car parks and traffic crossings since she is 2 years old. She has now learned (and insisted) not to cross the road unless there is a 'Green Man Walking' and be on a constant lookout for incoming cars in car parks. As a parent, it is our responsibility to teach our children about road safety and it is never too young to start. Dear Bubblesha,
Just curious to know how you can teach a 5-year old to "always look back and reflect oneself" when crossing the road ?
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« Reply #35 on: January 03, 2010, 01:09:09 AM » |
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Just got a reply from LTA, with regards to a mail request to put up barriers at the divider. Thank you for your email on the above matter.
We have checked the traffic condition along Punggol Field near Punggol Plaza. It showed that the traffic volume is moderate and there are adequate traffic gaps to allow pedestrians to cross the road. In addition, the line of sight for road users is good.
To further enhance safety, we have arranged to extend the centre railings along Punggol Field near Punggol Plaza. This will channelise pedestrians to use the existing crossing facilities nearby. We thank you for your feedback.
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« Reply #36 on: January 03, 2010, 03:21:56 AM » |
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sgkingkong, can you share the LTA email address you sent to? is there a case reference number? i am seeking details of the study done by LTA, surveys done of existing users, standards used, how the conclusion and solution was reached, map showing the railing extension; expected outcomes, and costs, of extending the centre railings; alternatives evaluated, and plans for following up the solution after implementation.
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« Reply #37 on: January 04, 2010, 10:55:27 PM » |
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limweech, please question LTA what moderate traffic means in terms of traffic volume.
When did they check the traffic condition (morning peak, noon or evening peak)?
Did they take into consideration that more vehicles are using that stretch of road with the opening of KPE?
It seems like public funds are channelled more towards investments like buying up foreign companies than improving public ammenties. To add on, 24hr police posts are not operating at certain timing. Police presence (traffic and constable) seemed to have disappeared.
It's no wonder why people are speeding and modifying their vehicles without fear. There are no longer any deterrence.
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« Reply #39 on: January 30, 2010, 10:11:45 PM » |
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My daughter is also being taught never to run about in car parks and at traffic crossings ... if she were to pull me to dash across the road ... my response would be a straight NO and I would stand firm ... btw, I do keep reminding her about these rules every now and then ... got to make sure these are permanently 'drilled' into her brain ... wow thats very good! but if she pull you to dash across the road will you follow or will you teach her again? I have a 4 year old daughter ... I have been teaching her to lookout for cars in the car parks and traffic crossings since she is 2 years old. She has now learned (and insisted) not to cross the road unless there is a 'Green Man Walking' and be on a constant lookout for incoming cars in car parks. As a parent, it is our responsibility to teach our children about road safety and it is never too young to start. Dear Bubblesha,
Just curious to know how you can teach a 5-year old to "always look back and reflect oneself" when crossing the road ?
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« Reply #40 on: February 08, 2010, 06:43:17 PM » |
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Just alighted on the opposite side of punggol plaza today. Noticed that the barriers are now contiguous, meaning that there is no gap for pedestrians anymore.
Good move... save lives.
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