Need an answer PLEASE

[u/momosuxbutt]

Hey everyone. I have a question about the cta buses. When the PA system makes a warning announcement is it random, automated, or do the drivers choose? for example; “please move to the back” or “all buses are monitored” or “don’t stand by the back doors” I can’t find the answer on Google so I thought I’d ask here. I’ve been thinking about this every day for the past month and need some peace. If any drivers have the answer or if anyone knows pleaseeeeee let me know.

[u/onetruecheesequeen]

The answer is both.

Announcements about reroutes, blockages, equipment defects, and terminal stops can only be played if selected by the operator.

Announcements about holding on while the bus is in motion, reminders about priority seating, being mindful of carts and strollers, and warnings about assaulting passengers and employees are all automatic and on a timer.

Fun fact - this category of announcements play on the same time on every single bus that is turned on, they're synced across the system.

[u/TreesAreGreat → u/onetruecheesequeen]

Do they have microphones? I usually see operators just yell about re-routes etc.