"Ensuring safe and reliable mobility for all riders is the foundation of public transit. For individuals who rely on wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices, that assurance begins with the proper selection and use of wheelchair lifts and securement systems. Not only are these technologies critical to maintaining compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), they also directly shape the daily rider experience - making the difference between a trip that is empowering and one that feels burdensome."
"At Laketran -northeast Ohio's regional public transit system serving Lake County - this is a daily responsibility. With a fleet of 160 accessible vehicles, including 107 paratransit buses and vans, Laketran provides nearly 900 daily paratransit and on-demand rideshare trips for seniors and people with disabilities. That experience offers valuable perspective on what makes wheelchair lifts and securements effective in real-world transit environments."
"At the core of every decision is safety. Wheelchair lifts and restraints must provide secure, stable, and reliable access for all types of mobility devices. Beyond basic compliance, Laketran often invests in advanced safety features, such as hydraulic-powered roll stops that offer mechanical locking, and chooses equipment with higher weight capacities than the ADA's 600-pound minimum, recognizing the challenge that mobility devices are getting larger and heavier every year."
Safe and reliable mobility for riders using wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices depends on proper selection and use of wheelchair lifts and securement systems. Transit agencies must choose equipment that provides secure, stable, and reliable access while exceeding the ADA's 600-pound minimum as mobility devices grow larger and heavier. Ease of use for passengers and drivers is critical because complex securement systems can cause delays, frustration, or improper use; simplified systems reduce boarding time. Laketran operates 160 accessible vehicles, including 107 paratransit buses and vans, providing nearly 900 daily paratransit and on-demand rideshare trips, informing practical equipment decisions.
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