Kolio Simone, 41, Saleimoa.

“In my opinion, all buses are safe for transportation especially wooden buses, because they are bigger and more convenient than the other types of buses and cars we have. I know that bus and car accidents are caused by driver negligence or impaired by alcohol and drugs while behind the wheel. Additionally, the owner should be present during bus maintenance and safety checks to ensure that it is safe for transportation and the Land Transport Authority (LTA) should be thorough with their work and inspections done with buses to prevent accidents and help protect not only the driver but also the passengers as well as everyone they share the road with."

Tai Sapina, 35, Falefa.

"Wooden buses are safer and they have been around since olden times. I believe that there is a lower risk for people riding wooden buses because it is made of wood and breakable during accidents, compared to the other types of buses we have which are all made with aluminium with tempered glass windows, this modern bus is more complicated to reduce accidents. I advise the LTA that when the buses come in to register or undergo safety checks, one of them should test drive the buses for more assurance to the owner and the driver that the bus is safe for further transportation."

Palagi Skelton, 43, Vaitele.

"In my honest opinion, wooden buses are literally not safe. I strongly advise the owners of these buses to take charge when buses go in for inspections, in that way, they would know exactly what needs to be fixed or done to prevent tragedies that cost people's lives. The government should pay more attention to this matter because it is still happening through the years and introduce new safety measures and procedures for the sake of everyone"

Faasala Togia, 43, Malie.

"Yes, our wooden buses are still safe for the public. Bus owners should be responsible for ensuring the buses are all in good condition and fit to be on the road, whereas, the Police and Land Transport Authority are doing their part in providing us with rules and safety precautions to follow and undergo to better transportation in our country and most especially the safety of our people."

Elena Faitasi, 50, Palisi

"It seems to me that half of the buses operating at the moment are safe and the rest need to be renewed. I urge the Land Transports Authority to be frank when doing their work and ensure that all requirements for all cars especially buses are satisfied. Furthermore,  bus drivers should be cognisant that the lives of the people are in their hands behind the wheel."

Falaniko Luaufui, 30, Faleseela Lefaga

"I think the wooden buses are old-fashioned to the world we are living in right now with how a lot has changed. I prefer the modern bus should be the only mode of public transportation in Samoa. From what I have seen, a few bus attendants or supakako turn out to be drivers without a driver's license or a valid commercial license and the Police should look closely into this because these buses are always packed with people especially students from morning till noon. I live far from town and this is the only mode of transportation for me and my family I encourage all bus drivers to drive with caution and safety is top priority."