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The original was posted on /r/edmonton by /u/Rupindah on 2024-09-11 15:26:31+00:00.
I know there’s so many people new to taking the LRT! As someone who has been riding for a long time and has taken subways in many cities, I thought I’d write a little primer on general etiquette.
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Starting from getting in - if you’re standing on an escalator, keep to one side! The left side is for walking. Same goes for the stairs, please keep to one side to allow someone to go the opposite way.
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Stand back from the doors when you can! I know there’s anxiety about missing your stop but I promise that’s fairly rare! All you’re doing is crowding the door for people getting on and off.
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In that vein, everyone should exit before you get on the train.
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If you have a seat, and the train is full, your backpack does not get a seat. You will unfortunately have to hold it in your lap.
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If you don’t have a seat, try not to leave your backpack on if the train is crowded. I know the floor is gross but I’ve experienced success by balancing it on my feet and between my calves. It also prevents you from bonking anyone sitting beside you.
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Please get headphones
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Yapping on the phone is always a good time but please try to do it at a respectful volume.
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If you are in an aisle seat and someone has to get up beside you, please move your legs so they can get by
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If you’re sick, but you have to get to school or work, try to wear a mask. Before any conspiracy theorists come in, this wasn’t uncommon before the pandemic - it’s something I practiced and I’ve seen others do too.
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Once you leave the train, or take the escalator or stairs, and you need a minute to orient yourself - step to the side! Or you cause a traffic jam.
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You don’t have to hold open a door! Swing it wide and let everyone behind you keep pushing it open.
Any others?