Passenger Behavior and Safety Rules

Passengers must adhere to the following rules while on-board the vehicle to ensure their safety:

• On paratransit vehicles – all passengers must use seatbelts. The driver will secure wheelchairs; passengers must use the shoulder restraint.
• On transit – the driver will secure wheelchairs. Shoulder restraint is passengers’ option.
• Passengers should refrain from any unnecessary conversation with the driver to avoid distraction.
• However, passengers should notify the driver of a problem.
• Service animals are permitted to accompany their owner on the bus. Small animals may be brought on-board a transit bus only when they are in a carrier and held on the passenger’s lap.
• Passengers can carry belongings as long as they are small enough to fit on their lap or by their feet.
• Items cannot block the aisle or be placed on the seat next to the passenger.
• PCPT is not responsible for items left on the bus.
• Any suspicious package must be reported to the driver immediately.
• Please allow the elderly and/or passenger with disabilities to sit in the front seat near the driver.
• Passengers must remain behind the standee line.
• Passengers must remain seated until the vehicle comes to a complete stop for alighting passengers.
• Children under 8 are welcome to ride as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
• Children age four and under ride free (up to 3 children with each paying adult).
• Please read “Unaccompanied Children (PDF)” policy for under age rider.
• Strollers must be folded before boarding and must not block the aisle.
• Stay clear of the door when it is opening.

Please:

• No eating or drinking on the bus.
• No open food or drink containers.
• No smoking.
• No alcoholic beverages.
• No weapons, flammable materials or illegal drugs.
• No vulgar or abusive language.
• No disruptive behavior.
• No vandalism.
• Do not use audio equipment without headphones.
• Respect the other riding passengers. Conduct conversations at a reasonable volume.
• Wear shirts and shoes.