Starting in December, people who want to get their driver's licenses in Taicang, East China's Jiangsu province, need to first work as assistant traffic wardens before their driving tests, www.cnr.cn reported Tuesday.

As assistant traffic wardens, for two hours they have to wear reflector waistcoats and red hats and assist traffic police to maintain order on street corners.

"This new policy helps maintain traffic regulations, and most participants welcome it," said Yu Weijia, deputy commander of the Taicang traffic law enforcement brigade.

"Although several participants resist the policy, it will be a must for license candidates," Yu added.