The Regional Transportation District hopes to hire more bus operators to continue providing services across the Denver metro area.
The current team of bus drivers went through training last weekend to prepare them for any and all scenarios. RTD says the training is not easy and lasts about 12 weeks. During the training, bus operators are tested on how they drive around pedestrians, obstacles, and on roads, all considered essential skills when driving a bus.
RTD says driving a multi-ton vehicle requires undivided attention. In the event of a crash, the bus can cause the most damage when it hits another vehicle or a pedestrian, which can lead to major injuries or, in worst-case scenarios, death…