In my city people often stand with bikes out strollers in the door area. Out sometimes it’s just really packed. When the opening side is announced, those that stand in the way can already make way (if they are considerate to their fellows) or know that they can relax and don’t need to move.
FRYD@sh.itjust.works 3 weeks ago
Where I’m from, nothing announces the exits. There’s just a pair of doors opposite each other and you go out whatever one opens. I’ve never even thought about it before. Is there a reason it needs to be clarified on your trains?
Wrufieotnak@feddit.org 3 weeks ago
Asinus@feddit.org 3 weeks ago
I’m not sure. It has always been done like this here.
I think it’s just a convenience thing. Might be useful in crowded trains, so people know which doors they should not stand in front of.
slippyferret@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 weeks ago
It’s super important in Japan where jam packed trains are common during rush hours. They typically announce in Japanese and English, and may even have a visual displayed.