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REMINDER: Register for the FTA Request for Information on Transit Worker Safety Webinar

Published on: October 6, 2021

On September 28, 2021, FTA announced a Request for Information (RFI) soliciting public input on potential transit worker safety mitigations, including potential minimum safety standards for roadway worker protection programs and operator assault prevention. All comments are due by Tuesday, November 23, 2021.

The transit industry’s input is critically important in identifying and proactively mitigating safety concerns for transit workers. FTA will use this information to evaluate potential action to mitigate identified safety risks.

As a reminder, please register for FTA’s webinar to discuss the RFI on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, from 12:00 pm–2:00 pm CT.

Links:
RFI on Transit Worker Safety Press Release
RFI on Transit Worker Safety
RFI on Transit Worker Safety Webinar Registration
FTA Transit Safety Oversight Program