Its transitory nature and high throughput of passengers make mass transportation a potentially vulnerable target for terrorists and criminals. Recognizing these threats, agencies like the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority are deploying high-tech video surveillance and access control to ensure safe travel.
Ensuring the safe passage of commuters has gained urgency as a focal point for transit bureaus throughout the world. Calgary’s light rail demonstrates how advanced high definition video surveillance enables agencies to better manage and secure their lines.