Access to Mass Transit for Blind and Visually Impaired Travelers

Access to Mass Transit addresses travel issues vital to independence for blind and visually impaired persons from several perspectives -- those of blind and visually impaired persons who use mass transit, orientation and mobility instructors, and transportation professionals. Focusing on national and international issues, this information-filled manual covers approaches to making mass transit accessible in several cities in the United States and in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan. Arranged in a well-illustrated, easy-to-use format, tips, techniques, guidelines, and adaptive strategies are presented for safe and independent travel on subways, buses, and commuter rails.Uslan, Mark M. is the author of 'Access to Mass Transit for Blind and Visually Impaired Travelers' with ISBN 9780891281665 and ISBN 0891281665.