The HSR drivers’ union says newer HSR busses have large blind spots that place pedestrians at risk and may have played a role in recent collision injuries. Blind spot in busses are not only common in Hamilton, but has been the subject of debate in many other cities across Canada. Other reasons that cyclists, pedestrians and other vehicles are hit by HSR buses are:
Driver fatigue Driver impairment by medication Driver impairment by alcohol or drugs Driver impairment by marijuana HSR bus speed – driving too fast Busses not adjusting to bad weather Bus Blind Spots Left Turns