A Barrie Transit driver has tested positive for COVID-19.
The city says it was notified of the case on Thursday and the bus operator is self-isolating.
It adds all buses are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after service each day and receive additional mid-day sanitization to further improve safety measures.
Barrie Transit says it is not aware of any workplace transmission at this time.
“Barrie Transit continues to do everything we can to ensure a safe environment for our riders and employees,” says Brent Forsyth, Director of Transit and Parking Strategy. “We wish the affected driver well and hope they are feeling better soon.”
Since the beginning of the pandemic, Barrie Transit has taken extra precautions to keep employees and riders safe and continues to follow the direction of the Health Unit. These measures include:
- plexiglass shield around the driver
- at least six feet of space between the driver and the first seat on the bus
- enhanced cleaning and disinfecting of vehicles
- requirement for masks in public areas
- hand sanitizers on all vehicles
- capacity limitations to support physical distancing
- active screening of all employees completed on a daily basis
- protocols in place that eliminates the requirement for physical contact between drivers and riders