Articles

A new spin on defensive driving

Now that pilots can pack handguns, should transit bus and motorcoach drivers be given the means to defend themselves in the event of a physical attack by an irate passenger, road-raged motorist or, although unlikely, terrorist?

BART’s virtual university meets real needs of employees

Online training has helped to prepare BART’s employees in subject areas as diverse as terrorism and general yard operations.

Vansco Electronics Ltd.

Trillium USA

Ricon Corp.

Luminator

Digital Recorders

Daytech Mfg. Inc.

Plugging every security gap is an impossible mission

I’m generally not an anxious traveler, which is a good thing since I log so many business miles each year, but I couldn’t fail to notice that Amtrak didn’t check my baggage or my person before letting me get on the train.

Heightened security involves transit facilities, too

The events of Sept. 11 brought about many changes in our country, perhaps most notably a heightened awareness of safety issues at home and at the office.