Commuters may face delays as SEPTA begins safety training initiative
Training will start with bus and trolley operators with about 250 people in each daily session, officials say.
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- SEPTA is warning commuters that they should check their bus or trolley schedules starting on Monday morning.
SEPTA began its mandatory safety training for entire workforce of roughly 9,000.
This is in response to a series of recent incidents involving SEPTA vehicles.
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The training started with bus and trolley operators. Service could be impacted as employees are pulled from their regular duties.
"It seems like maybe they're running like 20 minutes slower than usual," said John Bowser of Willow Grove.
The goal is to have that specific group finished with training by Labor Day.
As a result of this, passengers should expect some delays while riding SEPTA.
SEPTA officials say they will try to post information regarding delays on its website and app in real time for those who need it.
Safety training is expected to last up to eight weeks.
Septa will provide updates on service as the training continues.
