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STC PASSENGER SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS

Released on December 1, 2008

For decades, Saskatchewan Transportation Company (STC) drivers are well recognized for safe, reliable and courteous passenger services. Effective December 1, 2008, STC will start to equip its drivers with better tools to enhance passenger safety throughout Saskatchewan.

Passengers have long relied on the professionalism of STC drivers to ensure their safety. Whether it is providing safe passage through difficult road conditions, prohibiting items not permitted into the passenger compartment, or handling unusual situations, STC drivers have had an impeccable safety record.

"Today, I am pleased to announce several important measures that will strengthen the ability of STC and its drivers' to ensure the security of passengers," Crown Corporations Minister Ken Cheveldayoff said. "To better protect passengers and drivers, the company is implementing a number of new security measures."

Passengers riding with STC will be encouraged to keep carry-on baggage to a minimum and to stow most luggage in the lower baggage compartment. Drivers have the authority to restrict carry-on baggage and to inspect passengers and their carry-on baggage. Existing security personnel at STC's busiest terminals will be available to assist drivers with boarding inspections as required.

In addition, a number of new security measures will be implemented including:

• All buses will be equipped with interior and exterior cameras;
• Improved corridor lighting and larger rear-view mirrors for improved visibility of passenger compartments;
• A larger plexi-glass shield will be installed to physically protect drivers and allow them time to address emergencies; and
• Global positioning devices with emergency alert capability will be placed on all buses. With the push of a button, the police or other assistance can be dispatched to the precise location of the bus.

For the protection of passengers and the integrity of STC's security procedures, the company will not be releasing all of its existing and future security measures.

For more information on STC and its security procedures, please visit www.stcbus.com.

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For more information, contact:

Tracy Fahlman
Saskatchewan Transportation Company
Regina
Phone: 306-787-6807
Email: tfahlman@stcbus.com
Cell: 306-527-5394

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