How might we better assist elderlies to have a safe and enjoyable journey on public transports?? by TAN YAN RU https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12 Innova Class Activity en-us 2021-05-17 03:23:54 UTC 2025-06-19 14:25:14 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4a1.png Wide and cushioned seats 2005184c1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529732321 Target: Elderlies
Issue: When train jerks or makes any unexpected movement, it may be uncomfortable when elderlies are being pushed to the side, there for with cushion seats, there will be a lesser impact 


]]> 2021-05-17 03:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529732321 Upgraded priority seats for elderly 2004586j1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529732778 In a specific cabin made for elderly, seats can be designed with armrest to assist the elderlies to stand up. This will assist elderlies as they might not have the strength to stand up in a short amount of time before the door closes.

]]> 2021-05-17 03:35:40 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529732778 Problem statement: 2003635f_ https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529734321 Elderly in Singapore faces problems when using the public transport for instance when the train/bus come to a sudden halt, this may be hard for their for their frail bodies and they
should be able to enjoy the use of  public transport with ease and it should be designed for their convenience. ]]> 2021-05-17 03:36:26 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529734321 More priority seats catered to the elderlies 2004949j1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529740194 instead of only having 4 priority seats on one side, perhaps SMRT can have one side catered only to the elderlies.]]> 2021-05-17 03:39:23 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529740194 Specified cabins 2000396h1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529742149 For the safety and comfort for the elderly, SMRT can have some of the train cabins be specifically only for the elderly. This can be done by putting up priority signs on the train itself for each cabin. As the elderly are more weak and frail and may not be able to stand for long periods of time on a moving train, this ensures that the elderly can have a more comfortable ride with more personal space as well as higher chance to be able to find seats.]]> 2021-05-17 03:40:20 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529742149 For Elderlies with baggage or trolley 2005184c1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529753192 Places for elderlies to store their trolleys and baggages on at parts of the cabin with seats nearby so that they don't have to worry about it rolling away and can just seat and have peace of mind.]]> 2021-05-17 03:46:00 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529753192 Poles, handles and bars which are elderly friendly 2004949j1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529759410 Elderlies may face difficulty walking and balancing themselves to get to the empty seats, hence with more bars and poles, they can gain balance and get to the seats easily.]]> 2021-05-17 03:49:43 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529759410 Identifier Tag/sticker for elderlies 2004586j1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529766353 Elderlies can be offered a  "Please offer me a seat" sticker or tag, that  identifies the elderlies that are in need of a seat to the commuters on board across all MRT and LRT.

]]> 2021-05-17 03:54:00 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529766353 Having a bell that is specifically for elderly to press when they are alighting. 2003635f_ https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529772412 Similar to the the system where elderly can tap their identification on the traffic light before crossing to enable them to have more time to cross the road. We can implement a bell that allows the elderly to press before alighting so that the bus driver would know to wait till the elderly alights before shutting the door. This would prevent the elderly from panicking especially when there's alot of people alighting at the same stop.. ]]> 2021-05-17 03:58:09 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529772412 Different types of trains 2000396h1 https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529778825 SMRT can have multiple types of trains, for example one normal train that stops at every stop, one that skips some stops periodically and one that goes from one end to the other. This allows commuters, including elderly to save time on public transport which makes for a better transit experience for the elderly.]]> 2021-05-17 04:02:21 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529778825 Having a longer period of time for door to shut before proceeding to the next stop for the elderly 2003635f_ https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529832380 Since the elderly may have problem with mobility so the bus driver can be educated to be more alert to always check the rear mirror to ensure that the elderly have alighted before moving on to the next stop ]]> 2021-05-17 04:32:19 UTC https://padlet.com/2004586j1/z3w60hn7uhkf5b12/wish/1529832380