The APTA Standards Program announces the publication of four new and six revised standards during the first quarter of 2013.

The new standards documents cover fixed workstation tables in passenger rail cars, developing a gap safety management program, the process of transit procurement, and modern streetcar vehicle guidelines. The revised standards are for a continuity of operations plan, security and emergency management aspects of special event service, transit incident drills and exercises, developing a contagious virus response plan, shelter of transit vehicles and non-revenue equipment during emergencies, and why urban design matters for transit.

APTA is accepting public comments on 15 second-quarter standards until April 30. Information is available online.