Here's a look at how BART is assisting blind riders on navigating its transit system.
The training comes as the transit system continues to bring new trains online with added accessibility.
The safety enhancements start before passengers board a train with an updated brail to determine what car they are on. There also is an easier way passengers can call for help with an emergency button at the door. "Anytime you enhance accessibility you're bringing the world up to meet us," Albers said."Because we have always been here and as long as technology exists it has always been leaving us behind."
BART plans to host other workshops for deaf and mobility challenged passengers. The transit agency has a goal to increase safety while breaking down barriers. "They don't have the option to drive themselves to a job," BART spokesperson Jim Allison said."If we can make it easier and give them a comfort level and make it safer to use our system, that is a win for both sides.""It's as simple as knowing where the handles are so I can keep my balance on the trains," passenger Lisa Marie Martinez said."These are newer trains. I love them.
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