Question 4: How do the challenges faced by and the performance of transit vehicle operators "factor into the equation?"

In considering Question 4, we will look at the various challenges faced by transit vehicle operators that may vary according to:

- the type of wheelchair a passenger is using and the challenges faced by that person,

- the unique circumstances of a passenger with a disability, whether a wheelchair user or not,

- the type, design, and configuration of the vehicle the operator is operating, and

- the location and configuration of a given bus stop or other location.

We will also be looking at how the performance of a vehicle operator can determine how well difficulties resulting from variations in the other factors can be overcome in a given situation and thus whether or how well a given passenger with a disability can be accomodated.

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