Should over 70s be made to take a driving test? Options

[dannyboy]

You don't have to be over 70 for your body or whatever to deteriorate. We should focus on the bad drivers, not penalise the good ones as well.

You mean test everyone say, every three years? Or wait until some old codger runs over a pedestrian & then test him?

Age, in this instance is a perfectly good benchmark.

[GMR]

You mean test everyone say, every three years? Or wait until some old codger runs over a pedestrian & then test him?

Age, in this instance is a perfectly good benchmark.

And what about the young one who runs over a 'pedestrian'? As I said; it won't work or make a difference. The amount of young people who have just passed their tests and then go out and either kill someone or cause a serious accident proves that.

[dannyboy]

And what about the young one who runs over a 'pedestrian'? As I said; it won't work or make a difference. The amount of young people who have just passed their tests and then go out and either kill someone or cause a serious accident proves that.

They might kill someone. But it won't be through bad eyesight.

Screening for potential problems, such as bad eyesight when in charge of a vehicle, is a good thing.

[GMR]

They might kill someone. But it won't be through bad eyesight.

Who said so?

Screening for potential problems, such as bad eyesight when in charge of a vehicle, is a good thing.

Agreed, but that applies to everybody.

[Iommi]

Screening for potential problems, such as bad eyesight when in charge of a vehicle, is a good thing.

OOh, ooh, ooh, please sir... a fit to drive test sir!

[Bofem]

Come on guys - where's your sense of perspective? We have among the safest roads in the world....surely there are enough real problems worth considering?

http://www.photius.com/rankings/road_traff...kings_2009.html

[user23]

Perhaps you should start a thread about these real problems?

[dannyboy]

Who said so?



Agreed, but that applies to everybody.

So you'd just not bother?

[GMR]

So you'd just not bother?

About what? if you are talking about eyesight then I agree. But that also applies to the young as well.

[dannyboy]

About what? if you are talking about eyesight then I agree. But that also applies to the young as well.

Great, then you no longer think that a three year driving test is just a moneymaking ploy. Glad we finally got there.
Wading through treacle springs to mind.

[GMR]

Great, then you no longer think that a three year driving test is just a moneymaking ploy. Glad we finally got there.
Wading through treacle springs to mind.

I didn't say that, but a driving test is not needed to find people with bad eyesight. And I still say it would be a money making exercise.

Wading through treacle springs to mind... but don't worry, I'll eventually get through to you.

[dannyboy]

I didn't say that, but a driving test is not needed to find people with bad eyesight. And I still say it would be a money making exercise.

Wading through treacle springs to mind... but don't worry, I'll eventually get through to you.

Are you suggesting we now start eye checks on those that don't drive? I thought this was about driving?

[GMR]

Are you suggesting we now start eye checks on those that don't drive? I thought this was about driving?

Are you having me on? it is about drivers and no, I didn't say or even suggest that we have eye tests for everybody (even though that is a good idea).

That phrase comes to mind: 'Wading through treacle'. But don't worry my friend, it takes all sorts to make this forum popular. I can't do it all on my own... every magician needs his stooge and i am pleased to welcome you on-board.

PS I hope you don't expect paying as well?

[spartacus]

If there was to be a serious move to test and ultimately ban drivers over a certain age if they failed this test, should we think the unthinkable and also enforce a regular re-test scheme for disabled drivers to ensure they are not becoming more of a danger on the roads?

It would doubtless have the PC Brigade boarding 'The Outrage Bus' and revving up the engine... but think about it......... Not all elderly drivers are poor drivers, but there is some merit in taking certain potentially vulnerable groups such as 'all drivers between 70-80' and ensuring that they can still cope with our busy roads.

The same is true of disabled drivers.... They're just as likely to underplay any deterioration in their condition when asked by a doctor if they can still drive, or making a medical declaration that they are still fit to drive as a 70 year old is....




Taking the licence off an elderly driver takes away their independence.. The same is true of disabled drivers who may be just as likely to be suffering with failing health or increased disability of limbs.... and just as desperate to hold onto the thing for as long as they can...


I'm sure there will be people who will say "Disgusting to even THINK such a thing! I know a disabled driver who is a far better driver than me!" But of course you could equally say there are loads of 70 year old drivers who are far better then ME....

[dannyboy]

Are you having me on? it is about drivers and no, I didn't say or even suggest that we have eye tests for everybody (even though that is a good idea).

That phrase comes to mind: 'Wading through treacle'. But don't worry my friend, it takes all sorts to make this forum popular. I can't do it all on my own... every magician needs his stooge and i am pleased to welcome you on-board.

PS I hope you don't expect paying as well?

so, how o you propse peopel with health issues which may affect their driving be screened?

[spartacus]

so, how o you propse peopel with health issues which may affect their driving be screened?

I propose dyslexic drivers should be subject to a spelling test every three years.......

[GMR]

so, how o you propse peopel with health issues which may affect their driving be screened?

A driving test wouldn't work. However, their doctors could/ and should notify DVLC if any development materialises in their patient (who also drives) that would put them or somebody else at risk. Simples!!!

Don't thank me, just send a cheque to a nominated charity of my choice (i.e. PM me and I'll give you the details )

[GMR]

I propose dyslexic drivers should be subject to a spelling test every three years.......

What about people with anal problems as well? I can think of a few in here.

[spartacus]

Nah.... you can get a cream for that....

[GMR]

Nah.... you can get a cream for that....

maybe, but some obviously don't know that on here.