Norfolk Southern Sparks Safety Concerns with One-Minute Railcar Inspections
#NorfolkSouthern #RailroadSafetyNorfolk Southern's new rule of limiting railcar inspections to one minute raises safety concerns, following a hazardous derailment incident in Ohio. The railroad says the rule aligns with industry standards, but unions worry rushed checks could lead to missed defects. read more
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Major freight railroads rushing railcar inspections, spending less than two minutes per car, sparking safety concerns by rail unions. Safety record stagnated due to cuts in inspections post-fatal derailment in Ohio. Federal study shows alarming speed in checks, urging for improved railroad safety. read more