Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

Not placing objects on tactile paving blocks is important so that people who are blind or have physical disabilities can travel safely on roads.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

Article 3 of the Rules of the Road states, "So that people who are blind or have physical disabilities can travel safely on roads, do not place objects on tactile paving blocks," indicating this is important for safe passage.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka

I mean, blocking the bumpy blocks for a minute probably isn't a huge deal, is it?

Hikari

Actually, it is — this statement is true. Not placing objects on tactile paving is really important for safe travel.

Momoka

I guess even a small obstacle could be a big problem for someone relying on those blocks.

Hikari

Exactly. Those tactile blocks are navigation lifelines — keeping them clear isn't just polite, it's essential.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第８節身体の不自由な人の安全) · ３目の見えない人や身体の不自由な人が道路を安全に通行することができるように、点字ブロックの上に物を置かないようにしたり、障害物を取り除いたりしておきましよう。

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