When I Was Young

Here is a look at the same situation from another’s viewpoint…

Letter from Tan Choon Heng

I REFER to “7 in 10 killed on roads were jaywalkers” (May 13) and “Road to a Solution” (May 14).

Being a densely populated country, I believe the only way to minimise and prevent road accidents in Singapore is for all road users, regardless of age, nationality, transport class, transport mode, to learn, understand and strictly conform to a common code of practice and conduct on the road.

I think we should start young and nurture them on the basic knowledge and understanding on how to behave and protect themselves on the road. The best approach here is to introduce a modified “basic theory” as a compulsory subject for primary school kids because a weekend getaway at some road safety park is not much better than going to an amusement park.

There should also be a compulsory simplified basic theory test for all foreigners to ensure they are familiar with Singapore’s road system and safety practice. Drivers who do not signal should also be given heavier fines.

From TODAY, Voices; Friday, 15-May-2009