Fall-proof Covered Gratings along Pedestrian Walkways

Ms Joan Pereira asked the Minister for Transport whether the Ministry will consider replacing covered metal gratings with smooth surfaces along pedestrian walkways with those that have more friction so as to reduce the number of slips and falls especially among the elderly.

Mr Khaw Boon Wan: The Land Transport Authority has been implementing anti-slip coating on metal gratings at locations which the elderly and the young frequent, such as hospitals, Silver Zones and schools, and where the chances of slipping are higher, such as steep footpaths. We will progressively implement anti-slip coating at more locations.