| Re: Driver's Licence conversion
On 20:06:06 Devcat asked for information about having a proper eye-test.
This is what I’m replying to.
He needs to book an appointment with an Ophthalmologist (listed under “Doctors” in the ‘phone book), mentioning that he’d like both a check-up and road-sight test done.
He should get the full works, and the doctor will also spot if there are any under-lying problems, tunnel vision, Glaucoma, Diabetes etc.
Most of this is refunded by the Insurance, so the road part will cost about ten francs. Exactly the same as thirty years ago.
A walk-in Opticians, such as Fielmann or Optic 2000 are only trained in optometry (haven’t you noticed how young they all are)? And if they do spot a problem they’ll send you off to an Ophthalmologist.
None of their services are re-claimable, except a portion of the glasses/lenses prescribed.
The TCS is talking with Parliament about a new law on Driving, age etc. So by the time most of us reach retirement age there will be not only a new sight-test required, but also an ability-test!
Why can’t I use a French term now and again, you lot are constantly bunging in German ones?  |