What types of safety features will be on the trains?
The access and egress from the trains to the platforms will be level for all individuals. The train doors will not close if someone is in the doorway. Riders will be seated, although they may stand to walk through the trains. There are no seat belts required because of the precision and smoothness of the ride. Boarding and alighting will occur to one side of the train onto the platform. The maintenance of the tracks and most of the system occurs from special train cars. There is limited requirement for personnel on or near the tracks, and if this is required, they will be highly trained in safety procedures before they are allowed access. Dangers of flooding along the route are small, and the HSR system lies on a ballasted or structured surface that will elevate it from the groundwater further. The system will be electric and well be equipped to absorb lightning strikes. The HSR system can operate in all weather conditions, and is not subject to major weather delays like airlines are.
