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Safety is FTA’s highest priority. Through this page you may access information focused on transit safety and security.

This website contains information on important transit safety and security documents and initiatives including:

The new Rail Transit Safety Initiative, as described in the Administration’s legislative proposal transmitted to Congress
Regulatory requirements for state oversight of rail fixed guideway system safety
Voluntary guidance for bus safety and security
Emergency management information for the transit industry
Education and training courses in all aspects of safety and security
Policies and procedural requirements to promote a public transit industry free of drugs and alcohol

You may also explore and register for a variety of FTA-sponsored training courses and workshops developed for transit agency employees who work in the field of transit safety and security.

Notice of Meeting of the Transit Rail Advisory Committee for Safety (TRACS)

Senate Banking Committee Passess Public Transportation Safety Act

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Announces New Transit Rail Advisory Committee for Safety

An Introduction to All-Hazards Preparedness for Transit Agencies

This document provides transit agencies with an explanation, a high-level process, and illustrative examples for applying an all-hazards preparedness process.

Drug and Alcohol Regulation Updates Newsletter Issue 41

The spring issue includes:
• DOT Publishes Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
• DOT Makes Interim Regulatory Changes Final
• 5th Annual Conference Best Yet!

FTA Training Calendar of Events

FTA funds and supports a wide variety of safety and security training for transit agencies.

Charter for Transit Rail Advisory Committee for Safety

This charter establishes the Transit Rail Advisory Committee for Safety.