Categories: Management, Motorcoach, Security and Safety

With a focus on measuring and making improvements on the fly, the Richmond, Va.-based operation has built one of the most reliable and well-run operations...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10112006/success-is-made-to-measure-for-va-s-james-river

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Categories: Management, Motorcoach

While 82% report that business is up or at least flat, the opportunities for further success for many continue to depend on the ability to identify and...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10112008/motorcoach-survey-business-solid-opportunities-for-operators-await

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Categories: Management, New Mobility, Security and Safety

TfL identified a pattern of failures by the company including several breaches that placed passengers and their safety at risk.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10112317/uber-stripped-of-its-license-to-operate-in-london

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Transport for London Piloting CCTV at Bus Shelters
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Categories: Motorcoach, Security and Safety

The U. of Minnesota Morris found a trucking firm that mandated treatment for its drivers with the condition saved significantly on non-OSA-program medical...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10030885/sleep-apnea-study-of-truckers-could-impact-motorcoach-industry

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States ‘Up Their Game’ with Enhanced Intercity Bus Offerings
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Categories: Management, Motorcoach, Security and Safety

Registration is required to be able to access the clearinghouse once it is fully implemented on Jan. 6, 2020.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10030953/fmcsa-opens-cdl-drug-alcohol-clearinghouse-registration

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Why a Pre-DOT Audit is Important for Motorcoach Companies
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The driverless option will severely impact the four million commercial drivers working in the U.S., according to a 2014 Goldman Sachs report. These figures...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10002931/amid-automation-trend-heres-why-we-still-need-bus-drivers

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The Significance of Managing Workforce Cultural Diversity in the Public Transit Workplace
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Categories: Management, Motorcoach, Security and Safety

The proposal will increase flexibility for driver applicants by reducing time and travel expenditures, while having no detrimental impact on safety.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10031152/fmcsa-proposal-would-reduce-burdens-cost-on-cdl-applicants

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Categories: Management, Motorcoach, Security and Safety

By having a crisis/accident management plan in place and properly training your drivers in executing it, you can help keep them safe, and protect your...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10007217/how-to-manage-the-scene-of-a-motorcoach-accident-or-crisis

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Categories: Bus, Management, Paratransit, Technology

Technology can support operator incentive and reward programs, and provide tools and training to make operators’ lives safer and easier.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10031388/how-technology-can-improve-transit-operator-retention

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Categories: Bus, Management, Rail, Security and Safety

Findings include increased risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes for drivers.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10031338/data-shows-health-risks-associated-within-transportation-workforce

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Study Finds Robust Investment Benefits Chicago Transit, Non-Transit Users
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