What are the specific accessibility requirements for rapid rail vehicles?
Clear Width: Passenger doorways on vehicle sides must have clear openings at least 32 inches wide when open. If doorways connecting adjoining cars in a multi-car train are provided, and if the doorway is connected by an aisle with a minimum clear width of 30 inches to one or more spaces where wheelchair or mobility aid users can be accommodated, then the doorway must have a minimum clear opening of 30 inches to permit wheelchair and mobility aid users to be evacuated to an adjoining vehicle in an emergency. (§38.53(a)) Signage: The International Symbol of Accessibility shall be displayed on the exterior of accessible vehicles operating on an accessible rapid rail system unless all vehicles are accessible and are not marked by the access symbol. (§38.53(b)) Signals: Auditory and visual warning signals shall be provided to alert passengers of closing doors. (§38.53(c)) Boarding Platform: Where new vehicles will operate in new stations, the design of vehicles shall be coordinated with the
