Public Health Considerations for Reopening Mass Transit During the COVID-19 The purpose of this tool is to assist mass transit administrators in making (re)opening decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
It is important to check with state and local health officials and other partners to determine the most appropriate actions while adjusting to meet the unique needs and circumstances of the local community.
Mass transit is critical for many Americans to commute to/from work and to access essential goods and services. Mass transit may need to remain open and certain routes prioritized.
Follow these guidelines for bus transit operators, rail transit operators, transit maintenance workers, and transit station workers.