FTT Vulnerable Road Users — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What special care must drivers take around pedestrians in Singapore?
- Pedestrians must always give way to vehicles
- Slow down near pedestrian crossings, give way to pedestrians on crossings, and be extra cautious near schools, markets, and residential areas (Correct answer)
- Honk the horn to warn pedestrians
- Pedestrians are responsible for their own safety
Correct answer: Slow down near pedestrian crossings, give way to pedestrians on crossings, and be extra cautious near schools, markets, and residential areas
Drivers must always be alert for pedestrians, especially near crossings, schools, bus stops, and residential areas. Pedestrians have the right of way at marked crossings.
Question 2: What rules apply to sharing the road with motorcyclists in Singapore?
- Motorcycles are not allowed on main roads
- Give motorcyclists adequate space, check blind spots carefully, and be aware they may be harder to see, especially at night (Correct answer)
- Motorcycles must always ride behind cars
- No special consideration is needed
Correct answer: Give motorcyclists adequate space, check blind spots carefully, and be aware they may be harder to see, especially at night
Motorcyclists are more vulnerable due to their smaller size and lack of protection. Drivers must give them adequate space, check blind spots carefully, and be aware of their presence at junctions.
Question 3: What precautions should drivers take near bus stops in Singapore?
- Speed up to pass the bus quickly
- Slow down and watch for pedestrians crossing from behind the bus, and give way to buses signalling to leave the bus stop (Correct answer)
- Move to the opposite lane to pass
- Flash headlights at the bus
Correct answer: Slow down and watch for pedestrians crossing from behind the bus, and give way to buses signalling to leave the bus stop
Pedestrians often cross from behind stationary buses. Drivers must slow down near bus stops and, under Singapore traffic rules, give way to buses that signal to re-enter traffic from a bus stop.
Question 4: What are the rules regarding cyclists on Singapore roads?
- Cyclists are not allowed on roads
- Cyclists have the right to use the road; drivers must maintain a safe distance when overtaking and be aware of cyclists at junctions (Correct answer)
- Cyclists must always use the pavement
- Drivers always have priority over cyclists
Correct answer: Cyclists have the right to use the road; drivers must maintain a safe distance when overtaking and be aware of cyclists at junctions
Cyclists are legitimate road users in Singapore. Drivers must give them at least 1.5 metres clearance when overtaking, be cautious at junctions, and check for cyclists before opening car doors.
Question 5: What additional care must drivers exercise near elderly pedestrians in Singapore?
- No additional care is needed
- Be patient and give extra time as elderly pedestrians may move slowly, have reduced hearing or vision, and may not judge traffic speed accurately (Correct answer)
- Honk to rush them across
- Flash headlights to alert them
Correct answer: Be patient and give extra time as elderly pedestrians may move slowly, have reduced hearing or vision, and may not judge traffic speed accurately
Singapore has an ageing population, and elderly pedestrians may cross more slowly, have impaired hearing or vision, and may not accurately judge vehicle speeds. Drivers must be patient and give extra time.
Question 6: What should a driver do when passing a school bus that has stopped to pick up or drop off children in Singapore?
- Pass at normal speed
- Slow down significantly and be prepared to stop as children may run across the road unexpectedly (Correct answer)
- Only slow down if children are visible
- Honk the horn to warn children
Correct answer: Slow down significantly and be prepared to stop as children may run across the road unexpectedly
Children may run across the road unexpectedly when getting on or off a school bus. Drivers must slow down significantly and be prepared to stop when passing a school bus.
FTT Vulnerable Road Users
What special care must drivers take around pedestrians in Singapore?