The president of the union representing Halifax bus drivers wants more protections in place.
Ken Wilson says all transit operators deserve a safe working environment, which he believes should include sturdy driver shields.
Another 2 @hfxtransit operators assaulted last night. This is why @ATU508Pres shared operator survey back in 2018 where 86% surveyed want driver protection systems installed on all new buses. Why wasn’t this approved in the tender below @DaveReage @hfxgov?@AUComm @atu_canada pic.twitter.com/jH3lT5ugrO
— Ken Wilson (@ATU508Pres) November 2, 2021
The barrier would be used to help prevent passengers from attacking drivers.
This comes after an assault took place on a bus that stopped at Scotia Square terminal on Monday night.
The 51-year-old passenger is facing one count of assault.
