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Identification of the Availability of Public Facilities for Persons with Disabilities at Trans Jatim Bus Stops on Corridor V

Author(s): Yulia Dwi Elyana , Nurani Hartatik
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Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, 17 August 1945 University of Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia

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This study aims to examine the level of accessibility of primary and supporting facilities at Trans Jatim bus stops along Corridor V, particularly in terms of compliance with standards for persons with disabilities. The study employs a field observation method by assessing several accessibility indicators, including ramps, stairs, guiding blocks, and designated wheelchair spaces. The results indicate that the overall level of accessibility remains low, with the average score falling below 50.00. Although some facilities have met the required standards, achieving scores above 50.00, the majority of bus stops do not provide accessibility features in a complete and consistent manner. Many essential facilities for persons with disabilities are either unavailable or not functioning optimally, indicating that the existing infrastructure has not fully complied with the standards stipulated in Ministry of Public Works Regulation No. 30/PRT/M/2006. These limitations have a significant impact on the mobility, independence, and safety of persons with disabilities in accessing public transportation. Furthermore, inadequate facilities may increase safety risks and reduce the overall quality of service. Therefore, improvements in infrastructure provision are necessary, supported by regular monitoring, maintenance, and stricter enforcement of regulatory standards.

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SUBMITTED: 07 March 2026
ACCEPTED: 02 April 2026
PUBLISHED: 20 April 2026
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.53623/csue.v6i1.1104

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Dwi Elyana, Y., & Hartatik , N. . (2026). Identification of the Availability of Public Facilities for Persons with Disabilities at Trans Jatim Bus Stops on Corridor V. Civil and Sustainable Urban Engineering, 6(1), 208−219. https://doi.org/10.53623/csue.v6i1.1104
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