Transcript Custom Transit Updates
Custom Transit Updates
Custom Eligibility Project update Website improvements ARBOC roll-out Maintenance training Driver training Drivers’ manual
Custom Eligibility Project
• • • • Need identified by partners • Address constraints, costs, aging population Discussed issues & opportunities with operating partners Researched practices from other jurisdictions Developed project plan & budget options
Moving Forward
Webinar invitations to local governments May 2 & 8 Questions & feedback Letters of support Secure approvals, funding Service area making way into AOAs
Website Improvements
• • • Consistent information Additional policy information for riders Website info new rack cards & brochures o Email will be sent this month o Feedback to [email protected]
• More improvements to cuspara stats sheet coming soon!
ARBOC – The newest addition to BC Transit’s light duty fleet
ARBOC Overview
• • • • • Chevrolet diesel chassis Composite body structure Low floor Air suspension with kneeling feature Hydraulic Ramp
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ARBOC Trial Fleet
15 ARBOC units purchased in 2010 Three lengths – 21 ft, 23 ft, 26 ft Deployed in six test locations • Vernon Paratransit • • • • • CFV handyDART Kelowna handyDART Kamloops handyDART Victoria handyDART Quesnel Paratransit
ARBOC Trial
Successes • Fuel savings over incumbent Ford Polar • Noise reduction in driver’s area • 74.5 dba Polar vs 72 dba ARBOC • Improved comfort for passengers • • • • Larger windows Fabric seats Aesthetics HVAC system
ARBOC Trial
Identified Areas for Improvement • Driver’s station • • • • • Seat Master power light Switch console Mounting location for equipment Interior layout • • • Increased training Initial ride quality Ramp • • Incline Deployment
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Light Duty Procurement Project
11/12 Replacement Program
• • Includes 57 ARBOC's Delivery estimated to begin in July or August at a rate of 3 buses/week • Delays due RFP development and new vehicle technologies on the market
12/13 Expansion Program
• Includes 13 buses, subject to approval • Delivery expected to follow 11/12 replacement program
12/13 Replacement Program
• • Includes 59 buses, subject to approval Delivery expected to follow the 12/13 expansion program
Included with delivery
• • Maintenance and Operator training Bus information package • Manuals
ARBOC Specification Process
• Identified areas for improvements on 15 bus trial specification and delivery process heard!
• 11/12 replacement order focused on addressing all identified improvements • Operating partners from several locations around the province brought to Victoria for specification meetings • All operating partners scheduled for a replacement vehicle were contacted to determine capacity requirements and address concerns about ARBOC
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Improvements Achieved
Driver’s station • Seat lowered • • • Master power light Eliminated Switch console Redesigned Mounting location for equipment – Multi-mount adjustable plate Interior layout – see improved layout in following slides Increased training – training comprehensive Maintenance and Operator Initial ride quality – bags installed suspension software updated and larger air Ramp • • Incline – Now 1:6 slope Deployment – Ricon ramp
HandyDART Floor Plan
Paratransit/Community Bus Floor plan
Maintenance Training Plan
• • 8 hours of training expected to be provided to each community receiving an ARBOC Training to focus on: • • • • • • • Preventative maintenance HVAC Air Suspension Ramp Other ARBOC installed components Basic Chevrolet chassis components EPA 2010 diesel engine requirements including diesel emissions fluid (DEF)
Operator Training Plan Four major components:
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Online Video Training Manual On-Site Training Trainer Support
Operator Training Plan – next step
• Video – professionally produced video will be available on line at http://www.bctransit.com/sst/videos.cfm
Manual
Pre-Trip Procedure
PRE TRIP CHECKLIST – ARBOC
Before leaving the Transit facility, do a safety circle check of the bus.
•Open the Operator’s door and initialize the Main Power and Master Power. •Start engine, turn on headlights, 4-way flashers
Exterior Check
•Headlights (if a headlight needs replacing, contact depot or garage and have garage personnel replace it while you complete the pre-trip) •Right-front tire, rim, lug nuts, wheel nut pointers •Right-side mirror •CVIP Decal expiry date •License plate expiry date •Right-front turn signal
Pre-Trip
Most Common Problems
Most Common Bus Problems – Arboc
Most Common Bus Problems
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Check Engine/Transmission Light is on Wheelchair ramp or other device not working Doors do not operate No Start 5. Wipers do not operate
Typical Fix
1. Shut bus off, check for leaks, restart*** 2. Shut bus off, wait full minute, restart*** 3. Shut bus off, wait full minute, restart*** 4. Is bus in neutral? Lights off? Then try #2 5. Shut bus off, wait for a full minute, then restart bus***
Most Common Problems
Change Offs
CALL DISPATCH FOR NEW BUS CARRY ON AND COMPLETE VECHILE DEFECT CARD
CLEARANCE LIGHT / LICENSE PLATE LIGHT NON OPERATIONAL DASH FANS If windshield can be defrosted without EXTERIOR REFLECTORS Missing/Damaged UNMARKED BODY DAMAGE Radio Depot with Details WINDOWS WINDSHIELD CRACKED, CHIPS Not impairing vision
DOOR MALFUNCTION Driver and Front Door DESTINATION SIGN NOT WORKING Dash Lights SUNVISOR UNSERVICEABLE DESTINATION SIGN NOT WORKING Change off RADIO - NO COMMUNICATION Or get a portable radio
Change Offs
PROBLEM WITH SEATBELT WIPERS OR WASHER NON OPERATIONAL EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL MISSING OR LOOSE OR ELONGATED PATTERN AROUND LUG NUTS HORN NOT WORKING PASSENGER CHIME
DRIVE TO OR CALL GARAGE FOR REPAIR
HEADLIGHT(S)/TAILIGHT(S) BRAKE LIGHT(S)/SIGNAL LIGHT(S) WINDSHIELD WIPER(S) WORN OR WASHER EMPTY STRANGE SOUNDS OR SMELLS REGARDING THE BUS FIRE EXTINGUISHER DEPLETED EMERGENCY REFLECTORS (3) MISSING WHEEL CHOCK HORN
Dashboard Layout
A -- Radio B -- Radio System C -- ARBOC Mobility Control Panel D -- Power Heat Ramp E -- Master Power (power switch when engine not running) F -- Passenger Floor Light
Dashboard Layout
Securement Procedure
Q-STRAINT SECUREMENT SYSTEM
For each wheelchair aid station you should have: 1.
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Four retractors with floor anchorage fittings.
One lap-belt assembly.
One shoulder-belt assembly.
Four webbing loops.
Securing a Mobility Aid: • Position the mobility aid facing forward in the rectangle formed by the four anchor points on the floor.
• Lock the brakes, and/or turn off power to the mobility aid.
• Attach the front retractors to the floor anchorage points by sliding the base of the retractor over the floor anchorage point until it “clicks” into place. Then give the retractor a shake to ensure it is securely locked.
• Pull the belts from each retractor and attach each of the J-hooks to a solid frame member.
Securement Procedure
Radio Procedure
RADIO
Most buses are equipped with a two-way radio that allows contact with others. While there are different models used by BC Transit, a typical radio will have the following similar functions: 1. Speaker – Audio speaker for radio.
2. On/Off & Volume Dial 3. LCD Display – Displays current channel.
4. Channel Selector Dial 5. Function Buttons 6. Microphone To use the handset, depress the button on the side to speak and remember to release the button again to allow a response.
Operators must follow safe practices when using the radio. Normally, the Operator should use the radio handset only when safely stopped. Before making a radio transmission, listen for any users currently making transmissions (approximately 3-5 seconds), and wait for the airwaves to clear before speaking. When making a radio transmission, be concise and remember to release the talk button after you speak to allow a response to your transmission.
Radio Procedure
Emergency Procedure
OPERATOR EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
During an emergency there are two codes to let your Supervisor / Manager know that you have an emergency —
Code 6
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Code 9
. When calling in an emergency you should first state your bus number, the code you are calling in, your location and a brief description of the problem.
Code 6
( for example: Difficult Passenger) If there is a danger of a situation escalating, contact a Supervisor / Manager, as illustrated in the following example:
“This is BUS #123, I have a CODE 6. I am at
The Supervisor / Manager will head in your direction. If they cannot get a response from you after calling within 2 minutes they will treat your call as a “CODE 9” and call the police. If the matter resolves itself, contact the Supervisor / Manager and cancel the Code 6. This protocol does two things: 1. The customer involved with the conflict will know a report has been made which may calm the situation.
2. Your Supervisor/Manager knows your location and will initiate a response within two minutes.
Emergency Procedure
On-Site Training
A training program is only as good as its follow-up. An effective follow-up phase includes several things: • • • • • getting feedback from trainees assessing the results reinforcing key points making on-the-spot corrections determining what retraining is needed
Training Support
BC TRANSIT ONLINE TRAINING RESOURCE LIBRARY
www.bctransit.com/sst
This online training resource library has been created to share resources and promote communication among BC Transit staff and our partners. The site currently features the following: •Documents •Presentations •Videos •Links •Programs •Contact Information Our first-rate training staff is also available to answer any questions or concerns, or to offer additional training.