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B.A.T.S.
(Beaufort Area Transit System)
"We believe
that a person with a disability is a unique individual, who has
his or her own set of individual needs."
"We give dependable, reliable service to the community. Our service is courteous, friendly and professional."
- Donald O'Neal, BATS Driver
The Beaufort Area Transit System was established
to meet the special needs of the elderly, persons with disabilities,
disadvantaged persons, and the general public, for whom mass transportation
services are unavailable, insufficient or inappropriate. BATS was developed
through a partnership between Beaufort County and the North Carolina
Department of Transportation, when the Beaufort County Developmental
Center agreed to serve as the county's lead transportation agency.
"People are are most important concern. I love and enjoy my job."
- Anthony Ray Northern, BATS Driver
BATS serves the elderly, disabled, and general
public by providing transportation to:
- nutritional sites for meals
- doctor's appointments
- sources of medical treatment
- drug stores
- grocery stores
- social events
- and from work
- classes
- shopping malls
- special events
- other desired locations
It is extremely important that drivers have hands-on training in dealing with emergency situations that can occur. Drivers are trained to always recognize the danger that surrounds them while transporting passengers. Core elements of on-going training include driver/employee selection and training, drug and alcohol abuse awareness, vehicle maintenance, safety data acquisition/analysis and security, first aid and CPR.
To get current
fares or learn more about BATS call (252) 946-5778 or send an
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