“You know why pedestrian lanes are ignored? Because they’re boring. IXM together with the Pasig City local government aims to change that with these not-so-pedestrian lanes. 0% accident, 100% service!”
Looks amusing, yes. But for it to actually work? Probably not.
I can just imagine people crossing the street LOOKING DOWN and trying to figure out these hideous looking pedestrian lanes, while being oblivious to oncoming vehicles.
Hate to break it to you, guys, but people ignore pedestrian lanes because people tend to cross the road where it is convenient for them to reach their destinations efficiently. ”Boring” symbol for pedestrian lanes is definitely not the reason why it is ignored. It is the lack of discipline and strict implementation!
Also, that is not the standard. We are a signatory to the Vienna convention on road traffic. Meaning we must follow the prescribed standards.
What authorities should be thinking is how to properly disseminate knowledge of the Law to both pedestrians and motorists altogether. Pedestrian accidents happen mostly because of people jaywalking and motorists not knowing that it is enforced by Law that they should do a full stop when people are crossing in the pedestrian lane. Ignorance of the Law is the problem that should be given priority. Aesthetics is one thing, but it does not resolve the main problem.
I watched something in the news and found out that a lot of drivers don’t even know what some road signs mean! Ridiculous, right? Authorities should make sure the drivers pass and really undergo REAL, HONEST, ACCREDITED training on driving and road safety, which would include following road signs and regulations. DISCIPLINED and RESPECTFUL drivers equals less accidents.
Very creative campaign, though. At least, some groups are making an effort. For a change, forget the norm. …and maybe that’s all it takes for others to follow.
