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Driven by Safety
Safety and Security Features of a Typical Metro Bus
- Metro's Communication Center uses sophisticated technology to track the location of any bus - even in tunnels.
- Communication Center staff has direct link to police and fire departments.
- Metro Transit Police regularly visit buses and facilities, and can also respond when notified.
- Onboard security cameras on some coaches.
- Exterior reflective decals and striping to make the bus visible to traffic and passengers.
- Evacuation doors at the top of each bus for additional safety.
- Coach numbers on top of the bus for easy identification from the air.
- Easy-to-see coach numbers to identify each bus from the inside and outside.
- Side windows equipped with emergency opening system for evacuation purposes.
- Doors are located for easy exit in case of an emergency.
- All buses equipped with two-way radio and public address system, connecting drivers directly to Metro Communication Center and passengers.
- Vertical and horizontal grip poles, and handles on the back of each seat for safe movement in the bus.
- Ramps or lifts can be deployed manually in the event of emergencies.
- Ramps or lifts for people in wheelchairs or who cannot climb stairs.
- Posted signage to instruct riders of safety and operational features, along with Metro's "Ride Right" code of conduct.
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