Category Archives: Public Courtesy Rules

There is nothing more appropriate and more pleasing for a customer than when sales assistants and other shop staff treat them with respect. It should also be noted that it is because of the continued desire of customers to shop … Continue reading →

As can be expected, supermarkets display their various wares in order to increase the likelihood that potential customers will purchase said items. Such goods available for purchase within these stores include loose lollies and chocolates, fruits such as grapes and … Continue reading →

When queuing for whatever reason, whether it be waiting for a bus, service at fast food outlets, or in the checkout at the supermarket, it is important to respect other people’s personal space at all times. Standing unbearably close to … Continue reading →

Modern times call for modern communication devices and methods. However politeness and courtesy should still dictate communication practices when we contact other people electronically. Unwanted attention in whatever form is still that, unwanted. While the indirect nature of the internet … Continue reading →

When driving it is important to maintain an appropriate distance between your vehicle and the car in front of you. Unlike bumper cars at amusement parks, driving close to or nudging the bumper of another car is generally not considered … Continue reading →

For any task or activity which may require some amount of patient waiting, whether it be anything from catching a bus to buying a loaf of bread, you must always be mindful of other people who have been waiting longer … Continue reading →

Unlike roads, other public spaces such as walkways, footpaths and shopping centre malls do not have clearly delineated lanes to provide for the organised two-way flow of human traffic. However it is always important to remember that regardless of your … Continue reading →

The thoughtful people responsible for building our roads have worked hard to ensure that pedestrians are able to safely cross roads by installing buttons which can be pressed to indicate a desire to cross said roads. When it is safe … Continue reading →

When the weather turns inclement and you reach for your umbrella please be mindful of other pedestrians and fellow umbrella users. At all times you must remember that other people will need to use the footpath / sidewalk / road … Continue reading →

When travelling on public transport, please refrain from eating potato chips (of the crispy variety). This rule applies equally to all varieties, including crinkle cut, thin cut, baked, fried, corn and organic. Please note this is not a definitive list … Continue reading →