I have observed that the elderly have problems walking. They either walk very slowly, or they cant even walk. This would make it hard for them to get from places to places easily. When walking, the elderly tend to get tired very easily. Therefore, they would take breaks after walking only a short distance. Even if they take public transport, it may be very crowded and they might not even get a seat as the other passengers might not be willing them up. Like this, taking the public transport will not be much better than walking as the elderly would still have to stand.
This picture shows an escalator. This escalator is not working due to some technical problems. If an elderly had to go up to the second level, it would be hard as he/she will have to find a lift or another escalator. Besides, the signs at the mall is too small. An elderly may have troubles finding a lift or escalator. So, in conclusion, I think that they should build some slopes in the mall so that it would be elderly friendly.
However, space is a big problem. As Singapore is a small country, the amount of space given is limited. Building slopes takes up a big amount of space, which is probably why people do not build them. But when there is a power failure or faulty in the lightnings, slopes would then come in handy.
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Why do you think that slopes are not built?
ReplyDeleteFrom my own perspective, I think that slopes come in handy when there is a power failure or faulty in the machines. However, building slopes take up a big amount of space, which is probably why people do not build them.
ReplyDeleteGood thinking. You have a point and your solution makes sense.
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