Safety and security

BART delays decision on cell phone policy

October 28, 2011

BART directors did not take action on guidelines for interrupting cell phone service as expected, but instead directed staff to revise the draft policy.

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BART could adopt cell phone policy next week

October 20, 2011

Bay Area Rapid Transit (CA) drafted a policy that allows the agency to shut down cell phone service only under extraordinary circumstances.

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Dispatch from ITS World Congress: Wednesday wanderings

October 19, 2011

On Wednesday I spent some time navigating the technical displays at the ITS World Congress to learn about the innovations coming to the transit industry.

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CTA security cameras lead to arrest

October 17, 2011

Footage from CTA security cameras allowed Chicago police to arrest a murder suspect last week and to solve a string of armed robberies.

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SEPTA warns fakers: We’re watching you

October 17, 2011

SEPTA has joined forces with the Philadelphia district attorney to crack down on passengers who fake injuries.

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Myki cards to stay despite security flaws

October 14, 2011

The Victoria government will keep the myki smart card in circulation after security flaws were found, despite rumors that the card would be replaced.

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Muni to add surveillance cameras in train cabs

October 11, 2011

To enforce the newly adopted state ban on cell phone use on the job, San Francisco Muni (CA) will install cameras to keep an eye on its rail operators.

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BART police to test clip-on cameras

October 3, 2011

BART (CA) police are testing six small clip-on video cameras designed to create a permanent record of police actions in the field.

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Washington to add traffic cams to school buses

September 30, 2011

Washington State school officials are planning to install traffic cameras on school buses to catch drivers who pass the buses illegally.

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MBTA upgrades surveillance at subway stations

September 30, 2011

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has substantially increased the number of surveillance cameras at two stations on the Orange Line.

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