To: Minister of Tampines East zone - Mr Mah Bow Tan
From: PRSS 2e7 “hahawehaveablog2.blogspot.com”
Subject: Playgrounds in the neighbourhoodOur purpose of writing this letter is to bring to your knowledge of our observations on most of the playgrounds in the East side of Singapore .
Our observations show that most playgrounds here are usable for people of all ages but not those with terminal illnesses or are physically disabled . It has been brought to our attention that these children cannot have their share of fun in the playgrounds at all due to their disabilities . Moreover , these playgrounds are not very safe too . The rubber floorings in many of these areas are either cracked or having needle-like things attached to it . These pose as dangers to the public , and of course , little kids who are unknown to it .
Concerned by these factors which may affect people who are playing at the playgrounds , we have some suggestions which you may want to take into consideration .
1. Whenever constructing a playground , you can use a part of the plan to design a special place for those disabled children to play at . Also , the place must be safe enough for them .
2. Most rubber floorings are colourful . In fact , too colourful . You may want to use only one particular colour for the whole floor of the playground as it will be much clearer for people to spot dangerous items stuck in the hard ground so as to avoid it .
3. You may also want to hire people to check on playgrounds and help maintain its condition once in a while . These people ought to help keep out unwanted stuffs that may cause severe injuries to others at the playgrounds . Playgrounds should be free of these objects .
Our opinions of the playgrounds are mid-ranged . There is nothing much except for the minor ‘problems’ stated above . Safety of children should always come as top priority , regardless of anything , even the degree of fun of the playgrounds . We hope you may consider our suggestions .
Many thanks for taking time to read this letter . Have a nice day .
{ Thursday, July 03, 2008 }
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