providing vendors with copies of USDOT and FTA handbooks and procedural manuals. Service Provision: Safety and Security Subrecipients must document that drivers have a valid operator’s license, have a safe driving record, and have been trained in first aid. All safety devices must be maintained in operative condition. All vehicles must be outfitted with a blood-borne pathogens kit, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, bi-directional reflective triangles, and web cutters. Drivers and passengers must wear seat belts. Smoking is prohibited on all vehicles. Drivers must focus on driving and limit distractions when vehicles are in motion. Who is responsible for system safety? Security? What is their position? How is the importance of safety communicated to staff? Is there a safety awards and recognition program? If so, what is it? Have safety roles and responsibilities been defined for all positions? What safety training is provided to staff? How is this documented and tracked? Do you provide training in recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior? Do you perform criminal background checks on new employees? Existing employees? How often? Do operations personnel receive training and retraining in crime prevention? What on-vehicle and at-facility crime prevention activities does the service employ? Examples include video cameras, locks, fencing, lighting, and silent codes. Have you worked with law enforcement, fire departments, medical services, and emergency management on emergency response efforts? What is your role? Has the agency familiarized local law enforcement and fire personnel on all aspects of transit vehicle operation including emergency exits, engine shut off, and wheelchair lifts?
providing vendors with copies of USDOT and FTA handbooks and procedural manuals. Service Provision: Safety and Security Subrecipients must document that drivers have a valid operator’s license, have a safe driving record, and have been trained in first aid. All safety devices must be maintained in operative condition. All vehicles must be outfitted with a blood-borne pathogens kit, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, bi-directional reflective triangles, and web cutters. Drivers and passengers must wear seat belts. Smoking is prohibited on all vehicles. Drivers must focus on driving and limit distractions when vehicles are in motion. Who is responsible for system safety? Security? What is their position? How is the importance of safety communicated to staff? Is there a safety awards and recognition program? If so, what is it? Have safety roles and responsibilities been defined for all positions? What safety training is provided to staff? How is this documented and tracked? Do you provide training in recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior? Do you perform criminal background checks on new employees? Existing employees? How often? Do operations personnel receive training and retraining in crime prevention? What on-vehicle and at-facility crime prevention activities does the service employ? Examples include video cameras, locks, fencing, lighting, and silent codes. Have you worked with law enforcement, fire departments, medical services, and emergency management on emergency response efforts? What is your role? Has the agency familiarized local law enforcement and fire personnel on all aspects of transit vehicle operation including emergency exits, engine shut off, and wheelchair lifts?
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