Line 5 Eglinton has been designed with safety as the top priority.

Safety features of Line 5 Eglinton LRVs

Line 5 uses the built-in-Ontario Flexity Freedom light rail vehicle (LRV) to take riders along 25 stations and stops across midtown Toronto.

The LRV entrances incorporate two important design features — smart doors and a low-floor design — to prevent accidents and ensure passengers board safely.

Smart doors

A built-in safety system will detect any contact made with a human, animal or object when the LRV doors are closing. A door will reopen and close three times when it detects an object before staying open so an operator can investigate and take action. If the system detects a door is using more power than normal to close, the door will automatically reopen to safeguard against possible obstructions.

Low floors

Line 5 vehicles feature a low-floor design and step-free interior, making it safer and easier for riders to get on and off. This, along with the ramps at all surface-level stops, is especially helpful for elderly passengers, people with strollers or shopping bags and those with mobility challenges.

Audible safety cues

Line 5 vehicles are equipped with a loud horn to warn pedestrians and drivers of oncoming and turning trains.

When attempting to avoid a collision, the LRV will apply the full force of its emergency braking system and continually sound its horn while flashing its hazard lights until the vehicle is reset.

Safety on the platform

Safety is an integral part of each Line 5 station. Here are some of the ways we’ve designed our stops with passenger safety in mind.

Guideway intrusion detection system

The underground portion of Line 5 incorporates a two-stage guideway intrusion detection system designed to prevent access to dangerous areas. The first stage is active on every platform. Sensors above the yellow tactile floor strip monitor the area, ensuring no one stands too close to the platform edge. If someone does get too close, an audible warning will sound, reminding passengers to stand clear of the floor strip.

The second stage monitors activity at track level, automatically stopping approaching vehicles when intrusive activity is detected.

Barrier posts

Line 5 platforms have barrier posts that serve as clear visual and tactile guides when passengers are boarding. This is especially helpful for visually impaired passengers.

Platform cameras

Cameras placed strategically along station platforms give LRV operators a clear view of their surroundings, helping vehicles move safely.

How to move safely near LRVs

How drivers, passengers and pedestrians behave near LRVs is paramount to everyone’s safety and wellbeing. We’ve put together a comprehensive guide to smooth, safe travels in areas where we operate LRVs.