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Figure 113. Bus layout for group travel with four wheelchair positions, two on each side

9.9. Vehicle infrastructure interfaces

9.10. Stops

As a minimum, stop locations shall have a level paved, slip-resistant surface with a
signpost indicating the vehicle route. The front edge of the paved surface shall have a
bright colored strip. If not leveled with the road, a curb cut shall provide access for
disabled and elderly persons. Stops shall include a bench for seating. A large print
schedule, route map, fares, and Help Line number shall be attached to the post. Stops
shall be located in an area with cover/shade to protect against sun and heat.

9.10.1. Shelter

Bus shelters shall consist of a minimum sheltered structure with a roof and protected
sides. The platform surface shall be flat, level, slip-resistant and solid.

A bench shall provide seating with provisions for obese persons and pregnant women
without armrests in between seats, but with armrests at both ends of the bench. A
space for a wheelchair/scooter shall be 865 mm x 1400 mm to enter, turn and exit.

The sidewalk shall have a minimum depth of 2700 mm from the curb for a
wheelchair/scooter to board a vehicle over a ramp.

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