New York City Mass Transit

The following section is about safety tips, and rules of the New York City MTA. If you feel you have been hurt by falling off a train platform, being hit by a city bus, slipping on a platform or have suffered from the negligence of the city or a city worker, take some time to complete a short case evaluation form.

Subway & Bus Safety

• Train platforms:

Some trains are shorter (have fewer cars) when it's not rush hour as there are fewer passengers at these times. Some short trains operate without a conductor. The train operator opens and closes the doors, makes station announcements, and assists customers. Waiting at the center of the platform at these times is a good way to avoid any danger. At most stations, there are signs that read: During Off-Hours, Trains Stop Here. If you stand near the center of the platform near the sign, you won't have to rush when the train arrives. Standing behind the yellow protective strip, away from the platform edge, is the best way to keep from falling onto the tracks. ALWAYS keep off the tracks. Tracks contain 600 volts of live electricity. If something is dropped on the tracks, go to the station booth and tell the agent. Always secure your baby into its carraige, also apply the brake, as platforms tilt towards the track to allow for drainage.

• Subway Cars:

When boarding subways cars, please stand clear of the doors as they are closing. These doors do NOT re-open like elevator doors. Also, make sure all personal belongings, such as loose clothing, jewlery, handbags, and knapsacks are kept clear of the closing doors. When you are standing, always hold on.
Note on the emergency chord: DO NOT PULL THE CHORD IN BETWEEN STATIONS. This will delay any help from reaching your problem. Only is someone is in between cars and being dragged should the chord be pulled while the train is in motion.

• Bus Safety:
  

Try not to run for the bus, as this is when most accidents occur. When on the bus please stand behind the white line. The bus rides are often jerky, and sometimes stops might be abrupt. Always make sure to hold on while the bus is in motion or coming to a stop. If you are a wheelchair user, make sure the bus driver has let you on and secured your chair. While riding, keep you head and limbs inside the bus. Request your stop 2 blocks before, so that the bus driver has time to stop smoothly. When exiting, be careful of slippery stairs in the winter, or during rain. Always watch for cars. Avoid crossing in front of the bus as you get off.

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