Commuting towards a new normal

Road research body suggests ways to make public transport Covid-safe

FOR PEDESTRIANS

Divide pavement space so that people can walk in separate directions

Paint additional zebra crossings at intersections. The existing one should be divided in two, so that people can cross the road without coming in contact with each other

IN BUSES

Limit the number of passengers in feeder buses: 18 in a 60-foot-long bus and 12 in a 40-foot-long bus Dedicated gates for boarding and alighting

Earmarked space for standing at bus stops to maintain a six-foot distance One passenger per seat Automated fare collection: either through smart cards or online payment methods

Increase waiting time at bus stops as passengers will take time to board or alight the bus

Limit access to bus driver’s area Regularly clean common areas Limit seating at bus stops