The Public Transport Authority (PTA) has ramped up its on-vehicle and public transport interchange cleaning regime in response to the COVID-19 crisis.
In a statement, the PTA said it had “significantly increased sanitation” of its buses, trains, ferries, road coaches and stations.
“So far there is no evidence of community transmission in WA, and the increased cleaning regime is intended to reduce the risk – as much as practical – against potential exposure,” the PTA said.
“Transperth trains have transitioned from getting a basic daily clean each night to a full daily sanitation, including having all touch points wiped down with a sanitising agent.”
It said ‘sanitation foggers’ were also being deployed to further sanitise two thirds of the Transperth fleet each night, with the remaining third receiving a detailed service clean.
Transport Minister, Rita Saffioti said the PTA had been asked to maintain a particular focus on buses that serviced the airport.
“The PTA has taken a strong approach to increasing sanitation across its fleet and throughout its stations,” Ms Saffioti said.
“We are continuing to monitor the situation and follow the advice from the Department of Health and National Cabinet,” she said.
She said any future changes to public transport arrangements would be part of a nationally consistent strategy.
“While the increased sanitation regime is intended to reduce the risk of exposure, it’s important for passengers to follow the advice from the experts,” Ms Saffioti said.
“This includes the basics like staying home if you are sick and washing your hands regularly.”
