BTT Pedestrian Safety 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does the law say about pedestrians on expressways in Singapore?
- They must walk on the shoulder
- Pedestrians are prohibited from being on expressways (Correct answer)
- They may walk if no sidewalk is available
- Only maintenance workers may walk
Correct answer: Pedestrians are prohibited from being on expressways
Pedestrians are strictly prohibited from being on expressways in Singapore. If a breakdown occurs, stay behind the barrier or in your vehicle.
Question 2: You approach a signalised crossing and the green man is showing. Should you still check before proceeding after it changes to your green?
- No — the signals ensure safety
- Yes — some pedestrians may still be completing their crossing (Correct answer)
- Only if you can hear sirens
- No — pedestrians must clear before your light turns green
Correct answer: Yes — some pedestrians may still be completing their crossing
Always check the crossing even when your light turns green. Elderly or disabled pedestrians may still be on the crossing.
Question 3: What is 'jaywalking' and what are the consequences in Singapore?
- Crossing within 50 metres of a crossing — fine up to $1,000 (Correct answer)
- Walking on the road — no penalty
- Crossing against the red man — warning only
- Running across the road — community service
Correct answer: Crossing within 50 metres of a crossing — fine up to $1,000
Jaywalking in Singapore includes crossing within 50 metres of a designated crossing without using it. The fine can be up to $1,000 or imprisonment for repeat offenders.
Question 4: When driving in a car park, what speed should you maintain?
- Normal road speed
- No more than 15-25 km/h (Correct answer)
- Whatever the posted limit says
- As fast as conditions allow
Correct answer: No more than 15-25 km/h
In car parks, you should drive at a very slow speed (typically 15-25 km/h) due to the presence of pedestrians, limited visibility, and reversing vehicles.
Question 5: A group of elderly pedestrians is crossing slowly at a crossing. The light has turned green for you. What should you do?
- Sound your horn politely
- Wait patiently until all pedestrians have cleared the crossing (Correct answer)
- Edge forward to encourage them to hurry
- Drive around them carefully
Correct answer: Wait patiently until all pedestrians have cleared the crossing
Wait patiently for all elderly pedestrians to completely clear the crossing. Never rush, honk at, or intimidate vulnerable road users.
Question 6: What hazard does a large vehicle (lorry or bus) pose to pedestrians at a junction?
- It takes up more road space
- It blocks the driver's view of pedestrians and the pedestrians' view of other vehicles (Correct answer)
- It creates noise pollution
- It damages the road surface
Correct answer: It blocks the driver's view of pedestrians and the pedestrians' view of other vehicles
Large vehicles create significant blind spots. Pedestrians may not see approaching vehicles hidden behind a bus or lorry, and drivers may not see pedestrians.
BTT Pedestrian Safety 3
What does the law say about pedestrians on expressways in Singapore?