BC Transit buses in three communities are getting enhanced safety measures to better protect its drivers.

Due to recent workplace dangers that include , , , the company is launching a full driver door to enhance its safety measures.

鈥淏C Transit鈥檚 top priority is to deliver a safe, effective and efficient transit system,鈥� said Manuel Achadinha, BC Transit President and Chief Executive Officer. 鈥淚ntroducing the full driver door will build on our commitment to improving the on-board welfare, security and comfort of passengers and drivers alike.鈥�

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The new doors will be rolled out in five busses operating in Victoria, Abbotsford and Kelowna at a cost of approximately $6,000 each. BC Transit says this will improve safety and limit distractions for drivers, while still allowing interaction with passengers.

鈥淭he safety and well-being of BC Transit鈥檚 hardworking drivers is essential to getting people where they need to go,鈥� said Claire Trevena, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. 鈥淐ombined with the recently introduced CCTV cameras, BC Transit buses are on track to being safer than ever for drivers and passengers alike.鈥�

Following an analysis of this proof of concept, BC Transit will create a plan to install full driver doors on medium-duty and heavy-duty buses across the province.

Here鈥檚 the door. Ben Williams of is demonstrating how it works

鈥� Lauren Boothby (@laurby)