Travel Safety and Public Transportation

The RTA mobility management video provides safety tips for using public transportation. It covers what to bring, how to stay safe while traveling, crossing streets and railroads safely, and how to get help if needed. The video emphasizes the importance of preparation, awareness, and knowing where to seek assistance. It also introduces the RTA's travel training program for additional safety education.

What is one of the essential items you should bring with you when traveling on public transportation?

• A large amount of cash

• A laptop

• A fully charged cell phone

• Expensive jewelry

Why is it important to inform someone of your travel plans before leaving?

• To get their approval

• To ensure someone knows your whereabouts for safety reasons

• To borrow money from them

• So they can join you

Where should you keep your wallet or purse while traveling on public transportation?

• On the seat next to you

• In front of you and close to your body

• In your hand

• In your backpack

What should you do to avoid handling a large amount of cash while traveling?

• Preload your fare using the Ventra app

• Use a credit card

• Carry a checkbook

• Borrow money from a friend

Where should you wait for a bus or train to ensure the driver or conductor can see you?

• In a parking lot

• At a friend's house

• In a nearby store

• Near the bus stop sign or on the train platform

What is the safest place to cross a street?

• At a stop sign or street light with a walk signal

• In the middle of the block

• Behind a parked car

• Anywhere you see a gap in traffic

What should you do before crossing a street at a traffic light?

• Make sure the light facing you is green or you have the walk signal

• Run quickly without looking

• Wait for a car to stop in the middle of the road

• Wait for the light to turn red

What should you do if you need assistance or get lost while traveling?

• Notify your emergency contacts or call the RTA travel information center

• Wait until someone approaches you

• Panic and run around

• Ignore the situation and keep moving

Where can you go to ask for help if you do not have a phone?

• A park

• A random person's house

• A business or community center

• A friend's house

Who can you look for to ask for assistance while out in the community or taking transit?

• A random passerby

• Someone wearing a uniform or employee ID

• A child

• A street vendor