As COVID-19 Spikes, Learn How to Work Safe

As infections and hospitalizations from COVID-19 skyrocket, ATU International and our Locals continue to fight to ensure transit agencies and employers are providing proper safety protections for workers and riders to help stop the spread of the virus.

“As essential workers, you should be provided with the protections you need to do your job safely,” said International President John Costa. “Not one more ATU member should die because transit systems refuse to provide the right PPE and implement the necessary safety precautions to ensure your safety on the job.”

In an effort to keep members informed about their safety at work, please check out the ATU Work Safe Page (https://www.atu.org/covid-19/work-safe) on the ATU COVID-19 website.

Members can find critical resources and advice from the ATU and industry health and safety experts to help you stay safe on the job and protect your family from contracting COVID-19.

There are tips on how to properly wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Checklists are available to help navigate issues like bus airflow, safety procedures, cleaning and disinfecting, vehicle operation, and personal protective equipment.

There is also important information about your rights, how you can demand that your employer ensure a safe workplace during the pandemic, and how to fight back if they don’t.

Please stay vigilant and follow the recommendations of health and safety professionals. One of the most important ways to help stop the spread of this deadly virus is by correctly wearing a mask. Please stay safe.