HAPPENING NOW: A federal agency is requiring new training for MBTA workers after several 'exceptionally dangerous' runaway train incidents.
The MBTA said in a statement it"is taking steps to execute the immediate actions required by the FTA. Fully supporting the FTA's ongoing scrutiny of safety-related processes and practices, the MBTA is committed to providing the training and tools necessary for employees to create and maintain a culture in which safety is prioritized."
NBC10 Boston is reaching out to the MBTA to find out how many workers will be affected by the safety standdown, as well as whether service is expected to be affected. As incidents continue to accumulate, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and others are demanding changes to regain the public's trust. The FTA is investigating the MBTA and has already issued several special directives requiring updates on safety and staffing issues.
This is a breaking news story that will be updated. The State House News Service contributed to this report.
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