New stop standards come into force in Russia

The document, developed by the Ministry of Transport, divides all stops into three categories depending on passenger traffic.

Basic stops are those used by less than 100 people per day. Improved – from 100 to 500 passengers. Expanded – more than 500 people daily. Each category has its own requirements for equipment and comfort.

At improved and extended stops in cities, it is recommended to install free Wi-Fi, charging stations for smartphones and emergency communication facilities. At large transfer hubs, it is additionally proposed to place surveillance cameras to improve security.

The new GOST clearly regulates the location of stops. They should be no further than 250 meters from “places of attraction” – shopping centers, stops, social facilities. When transferring between different routes, the distance between stops should not exceed 120 meters.

Particular attention is paid to safety. Stops are prohibited in poorly lit or dangerous places. To protect passengers, it is allowed to install special road limiters.

The pavilions provide space for children or wheelchairs measuring at least 0.9 by 1.2 meters. For people with visual impairments, tactile pointers and sound orientation systems are installed.

The standard takes into account regional characteristics. In some climatic zones, pavilions can be installed with a back wall to the carriageway. This better protects passengers from wind and bad weather.

The new requirements will be applied in the construction of new stops and the planned renewal of existing ones, RBC reports.