SIMULATORS AND BUS SAFETY: GUIDELINES FOR ACQUIRING AND USING TRANSIT BUS OPERATOR DRIVING SIMULATORS

This report provides guidance to transit agency managers on whether to purchase a driving simulator and, if so, what kind. Also, this document provides guidance on how to use simulation effectively to improve bus operator training and safety. Information was obtained from a literature search, surveys, and site visits. The guidelines are designed to be used by transit-operations management, human resource management, training instructors, operations, and safety personnel.

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