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Nov42014 by Vlada TereninaNo Comments

5 Great Ways to Protect Bus Operators from Assaults

With the increased number of crimes on transit vehicles, protection of bus operators from violence has become one of the top priorities for transit agencies. Assaults cause physical injuries and an increased level of stress for the driver, as well as have a financial impact on the transit system in terms of lost work hours, medical claims, employee absenteeism, and lawsuits. Although the list below is not exhaustive, it presents some of the most efficient strategies to prevent or stop volatile situations on board. And though some of the solutions require an up-front investment, the return on them might greatly surpass the expenditures. (more…)

Oct72014 by Lori JethaNo Comments

Make Transit Safer for Operators at APTA Expo

Stop Violence Against Drivers, Transit

According to the National Transit Database, assaults against transit operators have increased by 31% over the past six years. Driver assaults not only take a physical and emotional toll on the individual, but they can have a lasting financial impact on the transit system in terms of absenteeism, medical claims, and lawsuits. Although on-board technologies such as video surveillance and GPS fleet tracking can help deter crime and prevent operator assaults, more needs to be done to focus public awareness on the issue and encourage legislators to take a tougher stance on penalizing this type of violence. (more…)

Sep42014 by Lori JethaNo Comments

4 Things Every Transit System Should be Doing to Protect Bus Operators Against Assault

Stop Violence Against Drivers, Transit

Today’s news headlines tell horrifying tales of bus operator attacks and injuries. According to the National Transit Database (NTD), operator assaults have increased by 31% between 2008 and 2013. These attacks not only take a personal toll on the victims, but can have a significant financial impact on the transit system in terms of lost work hours, medical claims, employee absenteeism, and lawsuits. These can also result in a loss of public confidence in the safety of the transit system and lead to decreased ridership and reduced fare box collections. (more…)

Jul102014 by Lori JethaNo Comments

Calculating the ROI of Transit Security: A Step-by-step Guide

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Passenger & driver safety and security is at the core of every successful transit system operation. But when it comes time to cough up the money to upgrade camera equipment or add more camera views, it can often be difficult to secure funding. Many transit agencies find the need to justify their camera purchase with the powers that be. What many have found most useful is a return on investment (ROI) calculation that shows exactly what improvements and cost reductions can be achieved through investment in the latest security technology. (more…)