The train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, could have been prevented with stronger safety protocols, a recently retired Norfolk Southern engineer told Fox News.
Twenty of them contained hazardous materials, including vinyl chloride and other combustible elements.
Many within the industry have spoken out since the derailment, saying it was the result of Precision Scheduled Railroading ,Under PSR, freight trains run on a regular schedule, like passenger trains, instead of just running when there are enough loaded cars. Previously, intermodal freight and general merchandise trains were operated as separate entities. The effect often leads to reduced operations and costs due to its efficiency.
Taylor continued,"It’s very, it's a dangerous occupation. We need to be on our game not only for our own safety and our coworker’s safety, but that of the communities we live in, and we traverse our trains through." "Railroads are unequivocally committed to safety," read a statement from an AAR spokesperson provided to Fox News."It is the foundation for all the industry does alongside a private network supported by billions in private investment each year. A well-maintained network is a safe network."
SCIENTIST SAYS NATURE'S 'SKELETON KEY' COULD BE SOLUTION TO TOXIC CHEMICAL SPILLS AND SAVE EAST PALESTINE "We will continue to be efficient with all of our resources to deliver a safe and reliable service product to deliver for the U.S. economy and retain our employees," he added.
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