All of our Buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts and/or kneeling capability. There are seats in the front of each our buses, that are designated as priority seats for seniors and people with disabilities The MTA requires that these seats be made available for our disabled and senior customers upon request. Look for the international accessibility symbol on the front and side of the bus. Wheelchair tie-downs are available on all buses. In addition, we include stop announcements and electronic information boards on our service More...
Bus Accessibility Features:
Lift:
A platform that deploys from the base of the Bus and raises or lowers a passenger to the floor or curb level.
Ramp:
An angled platform that deploys from the floor of the bus to assist passengers in boarding.
Kneeler:
For persons who have difficulty stepping up, buses will “kneel” for you. This feature lowers the front step of the bus
and makes it easier to board the bus
Securement Area:
An area inside the bus designated for riders using mobility devices. Straps and clamps ensure a safe ride. There are two securement areas on each of our buses. If you need to use the lift, ramp, or “kneeler” to help you board, just ask the operator.
Route identification devices:
Assist the visually and hearing impaired.
New bus shelters:
With wider spaces for wheelchairs and better lighting.
Using Bus Accessibility :
1. Please arrive at the Bus stop at least 5 minutes early. Be sure that you are near the Bus stop so the operator can see you.
2.If you require use of the lift or ramp; please stay at least 6 feet away from the Bus so that the lift or ramp can be lowered into place safely.
3.If it is a kneeling Bus, please let the operator know. The operator will lower to make boarding easier.
4.If you use the lift to board the Bus in your wheelchair, you may face forward or backward. In some cases it is easier to board by backing your device onto the lift because after you are safely on board the Bus, you will not have to turn around to enter the securement area.
5.If you use a mechanized mobility (wheelchair, scooter) device, please turn off the device and lock the wheels while you are on the lift. When you are safely secured, please turn off the mobility device.
6.If you use a mechanized mobility (wheelchair, scooter) device, please turn off the device and lock the wheels while you are on the lift. When you are safely secured, please turn off the mobility device.
7.With Low Floor Buses, boarding is faster and more convenient using the ramp, you will board directly onto the bus.
For wheelchair users:
A common wheelchair as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is one that does not exceed 30 inches in width and 48 inches in length (when measured 2 inches from the ground) and does not exceed 600 pounds when occupied. Under the ADA, public transportation providers are not mandated to accommodate mobility devices falling outside of these specifications on a fixed route.
